Van Dijk explained that the team is trying to cope with the loss in the best way possible. He acknowledged that it's been a challenging time, especially for Jota's family. "We must never forget that, and we cannot imagine their pain in this moment," he said. The team is trying to honour Jota's memory by carrying on his legacy, not just in the short term but for as long as they can.

Liverpool will be playing two friendlies against Athletic in the coming weeks, and fans will have the opportunity to pay their respects to Jota before the games. Van Dijk praised the tributes and plans in place, saying that they have been handled well. He emphasized the importance of supporting Jota's family and carrying on his legacy.

Van Dijk reflected on the pain and difficulty of processing the loss, saying that it's hard to imagine the feelings of Jota's family. He encouraged the team to come together and support each other, as well as to honour Jota's memory. "That's what he deserves," he said.

The team is expected to pay tribute to Jota at the games, and fans will likely be reminded of him at different grounds. Van Dijk urged the team to enjoy the games and come together to honour Jota's memory.