Before the preseason opener against Preston North End, Slot spoke about how the team should cope with their grief.

"If we want to laugh, we laugh; if we want to cry, we cry," Slot said. "If they want to train, they can train; if they don't want to train, they can take a break."

Slot emphasized the importance of being genuine and not trying to hide their emotions. He also reminded the players that Jota was always true to himself, and that's something they should aim for as well.

Slot acknowledged that it's challenging to find the right words and actions in a difficult situation like this, but he believes that being authentic is key to healing and moving forward.

The team will always carry Jota's memory with them, and Slot encourages them to be themselves and not try to be someone they're not.