UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressed deep sorrow over the death of Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota, describing the news as "devastating." Starmer acknowledged that millions of Liverpool fans, as well as football supporters and non-fans alike, would be shocked by the loss. The reaction to Jota's passing has been echoed by prominent figures in the football community, including former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher, who spoke of the "shock" and "devastation" upon learning of Jota's death.