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Diogo Jota’s wife, children reportedly set to inherit huge fortune

A recent report claims that Diogo Jota’s widow, Rute Cardoso, and their three children will inherit a substantial fortune of £35 million.

Earlier, Gistreel reported that Diogo Jota and his brother, André, passed away on July 3, 2025, after being involved in a car crash in Spain.

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The tragic incident occurred just days after Diogo Jota tied the knot with Rute Cardoso, in Portugal.

According to a recent report, Diogo Jota’s widow, Rute Cardoso, and their three children are set to inherit approximately £35 million.

This amount includes £14.5 million from his contract with Liverpool, which the club plans to honor.

Additionally, his Premier League earnings totaled £34.4 million, including £3.952 million from Wolverhampton Wanderers and £8.632 million in his first two years at Liverpool.

He also secured lucrative deals with notable brands like Nike and EA Sports, which paid him approximately £3.3 million annually.

Furthermore, he owned a £2 million luxury villa in Lisbon and a collection of high-end cars, including a Porsche 911 Turbo S and a Ferrari 488.