Among those in attendance were captain Virgil van Dijk, full-back Andy Robertson and striker Darwin Nunez, whose presence at the service spoke volumes. In a show of affection and honour, both Robertson and Van Dijk carried floral tributes before the service began, a simple but touching gesture.

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