Liverpool, UK — [27 July 2025]
In a staggering turn of events that has rocked both the footballing world and one of England’s most respected Premier League clubs, sources have confirmed that the woman appearing in 24 undisclosed photos stored on Diogo Jota’s private iCloud is a former Liverpool FC employee — someone the club had not publicly associated with the player in any known capacity.
The photos, all taken over a span of four years, surfaced during an internal digital forensic review following Jota’s fatal crash earlier this month. While early rumours suggested the presence of a mystery woman in the images, few expected the twist that has now emerged.
According to an exclusive police source, the woman — whose identity we are withholding due to legal sensitivities — worked closely within the club’s operations department between 2017 and 2022. Several of the photos show Jota and the woman in non-public settings, including what appears to be a private suite abroad, and in one particularly telling image, the two are seen holding hands at an airport in Lisbon.
What’s most disturbing, however, is the reaction from Jota’s wife, who was reportedly unaware of any ongoing relationship, personal or professional, with the woman in question. A family representative told The Times:
“She was in absolute disbelief when she heard the name. She’d known her as someone peripheral to the club, certainly not someone who should be in two dozen photos stored in a hidden folder. The emotional impact was so severe that she required immediate medical attention. She’s recovering with family.”
Insiders at Liverpool FC were reportedly “blindsided” by the revelation. Several senior staff members who worked during the time of the woman’s employment were said to be “visibly shaken” upon learning the details.
A club spokesperson issued a brief statement this morning:
“Liverpool Football Club is cooperating fully with authorities and respects the privacy of the Jota family during this difficult time. We will not be commenting on individual identities or internal matters until investigations are complete.”
Social media exploded overnight with speculation after leaked metadata from the photos indicated at least 14 of the images were taken during international breaks — a time when players typically return home or travel with family.
Analysts say the situation could have broader implications. “If there’s any indication of conflict of interest, inappropriate conduct, or breach of contract during the time of her employment, this could evolve into a serious HR or even legal matter for the club,” said one former compliance officer.
As the investigation deepens, more questions than answers remain. Who accessed Jota’s iCloud? Was the folder encrypted? And perhaps most chillingly — why did he keep those images hidden for so long?
The woman in question has not responded to requests for comment.
The footballing world now awaits further revelations — and with each one, the image of the beloved forward, both on and off the pitch, continues to unravel.