Forever 20: Diogo Jota’s Red Journey from Wolves to Derby Glory
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On this day in 2020, Diogo Jota signed for Liverpool from Wolverhampton Wanderers, quietly arriving at Anfield as a promising forward with flair, versatility, and an eye for goal. Five years later, on 2 April 2025, he wrote the final chapter of his Liverpool story with poetic precision — scoring his last goal for the club in a Merseyside Derby against Everton. It was a fitting end, not just for the moment, but for the legacy he built in the red of Liverpool.
When Jota joined Liverpool, few predicted the impact he would have. With stars like Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mané, and Roberto Firmino dominating the headlines, Jota was seen as a depth option — a shrewd signing with potential. But from his first few matches, it became clear that Jota brought something special. A different kind of sharpness. A ruthless edge in front of goal.
He announced himself early with a goal on his Premier League debut against Arsenal and followed that up with a Champions League hat-trick away at Atalanta. Jota’s movement, intensity, and knack for arriving in the right place at the right time quickly made him a fan favourite. Injuries came and went, but when fit, Jota always delivered — scoring vital goals in big games, stepping up when others were out, and earning a reputation as one of the most clutch forwards in the league.
Over the course of five seasons, Jota made over 140 appearances for Liverpool, scoring 54 goals and assisting 21 more. He played under both Jürgen Klopp and Arne Slot, adapting to different tactical demands but always staying true to his game — direct, intelligent, lethal.
But perhaps no goal was more symbolic than his final one, scored under the Goodison Park lights on 2 April 2025. The Merseyside Derby has always held a special place in the hearts of Liverpool fans, and Jota’s last contribution came in one of the most emotionally charged fixtures of the season. It was the kind of goal Jota had made a career out of: a clever run, a perfectly timed touch, and a cool finish beyond the goalkeeper.
He ran toward the away fans, arms stretched wide, face lit up with the joy of the moment. He knew — maybe they all did — that this would be his last dance in red. Whispers of a move had circulated for weeks, and the goal felt like a parting gift. A reminder of what he had given to the club.
In a squad full of superstars, Jota carved out his own identity. He wore the No. 20 shirt with pride, earning the affectionate nickname “Forever 20” among the fanbase — a nod not just to his squad number, but to his eternal commitment and youthful drive on the pitch. He wasn’t the loudest player, nor the flashiest. But he was consistent, relentless, and often decisive.
His time at Liverpool might not have come with the same individual spotlight as others, but it was filled with moments that mattered — goals in derbies, Champions League nights, last-minute winners, and tireless pressing that made life hell for defenders.
As he leaves Anfield, Jota takes with him the respect of teammates, the admiration of fans, and the legacy of being one of the most reliable and selfless forwards Liverpool has had in recent memory.
On 20 September 2020, Diogo Jota became a Liverpool player.
On 2 April 2025, Diogo Jota became a Liverpool legend.
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