Luis Diaz responds after Diogo Jota's emotional Liverpool goal celebration

Diogo Jota marked Liverpool opening the scoring against Nottingham Forest with a special celebration in support of Luis Diaz.

The parents of the Colombian forward were kidnapped on Saturday evening, with his mother now safe but authorities in the South American country still searching for his father.

And after putting his side 1-0 up in the first half at Anfield this afternoon, Jota raced to the touchline and lifted a Diaz no.7 shirt up, to applause from the crowd.

Liverpool posted the image of Jota holding up Diaz's shirt as he celebrated the first goal, and in response to the touching moment, Diaz commented on the post with a love heart and raised hands emoji.

Despite initial reports on Sunday morning that Luis Manuel Diaz had since been rescued alongside the Liverpool player's mother, Cilenis Marulanda, it is believed the Reds winger's father is still being held hostage.

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Jurgen Klopp told BBC Sport ahead of today's match: “We had to obviously make a late change because of the private situation involving Luis Diaz.

“It’s a worrying situation for all of us and it was a pretty tough night. I have never had that before. It’s a new experience I never needed.”

Liverpool say they will continue to support their winger through the ordeal as they await further information. A club statement read: “Liverpool Football Club can confirm it is aware of an ongoing situation involving the family of Luis Diaz in Colombia.

“It is our fervent hope that the matter is resolved safely and at the earliest possible opportunity. In the meantime, the player’s welfare will continue to be our