Trent Alexander-Arnold has penned a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota at Anfield ahead of Liverpool's Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday evening.

The 27-year-old right-back has returned to Merseyside for the first time since his former teammate's devastating passing in July. The beloved player tragically perished in a road traffic collision at the tender age of 28.

Tributes flooded in from across the globe for Jota and his loved ones. Alexander-Arnold has now come forward to honour his memory, placing flowers outside Anfield.

He was accompanied by Real Madrid's boss Xabi Alonso, Dean Huijsen and Emilio Butragueno. He also penned a moving letter, which stated: "My mate Diogo, you are so missed but still so loved. Yours and Andre's memory will always live on.

"I smile every time I think about you and will always remember the great times we shared. Miss you mate, every day. Forever 20, YNWA. Love, Trent and family."

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• Trent Alexander-Arnold’s emotional letter to Diogo Jota and his family (Image: Twitter/Centre Goals)

Earlier during the summer months, the right-back shared a tribute message on social...