Porto, Portugal — July 16, 2025
In a startling new development following the death of Diogo Jota, the footballer’s widow is said to be pursuing legal action against members of his extended family after a shocking discovery was made — entirely by accident — by the couple’s young son.
Sources close to the family confirm that the child, believed to be using Jota’s personal laptop to look through photos and videos of his late father, inadvertently clicked on a locked folder on the desktop. Surprisingly, the folder opened without a password prompt — a possible technical glitch, investigators say — revealing a collection of hidden files.
What the family saw next left them stunned.
The folder reportedly contained a mix of personal recordings, scanned documents, and a series of written messages — some of which appear to detail private arrangements and communications involving members of Jota’s extended family. One file in particular allegedly referenced financial transfers and agreements the widow claims she was never informed of.
“She was absolutely blindsided,” a family friend shared. “There were references to property, accounts, and decisions that excluded her — things that, if proven true, could have serious legal consequences.”
Within hours of the discovery, Jota’s wife contacted her legal team. According to insiders, she is now considering formal legal action against specific relatives of the late footballer, citing “deliberate concealment of assets and betrayal of trust.”
Investigators are currently verifying the authenticity and timeline of the files. While the documents may not be criminal in nature, legal experts suggest they could impact the division of Jota’s estate — especially if they reveal secret arrangements that bypassed his immediate family.
This shocking twist adds to the growing mystery surrounding the final months of Jota’s life, which have already included the discovery of a secret bank account, an unsent email draft, and a sealed letter left for his manager just days before his death.
As the investigation deepens, one thing is increasingly clear: Diogo Jota may have left behind more than just a legacy on the pitch — he left behind secrets that are only now coming to light.