‘It’s been an honour’ – Mohamed Salah sends farewell message after confirmed Liverpool player exit news
Mohamed Salah poured his heart onto social media following the confirmed departure of close Liverpool teammate and friend, Luis Diaz.
The Colombian sealed his expected £65million move to Bayern Munich last month [BBC Sport], leaving after calling Anfield his home for the last four seasons, winning a total of four trophies.
While some supporters were unhappy with the winger’s output in the final third, he notched 41 goals and 16 assists in 148 appearances, also playing a key role for the Colombian national team.
Ibrahima Konate, Harvey Elliott, and Darwin Nunez continue to be linked with Liverpool exits, and Arne Slot does not look to be finished in the summer transfer window just yet.
Following an eye-watering bid for Alexander Isak, one which was turned down by Newcastle United, a new striker could still be on the list following deals for Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz.
Mohamed Salah bids farewell to dear Liverpool friend
Taking to Instagram (1 July), Salah wrote: “Your energy, drive, and passion on the pitch left a mark that won’t be forgotten. We were truly lucky to have you at Liverpool, and it’s been an honour to share part of your journey and success story.
“As a teammate, you were more than reliable – you were inspiring. As a friend, even more so,” and after talking about his “tough times” at the club, the Egyptian star continued.
He said, “Wishing you all the best for what’s next, Lucho. Keep making your people proud,” earning likes from Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate, Calvin Harris, Ian Rush, and Diaz, himself.
Arne Slot still aiming for reinforcements at Anfield
Football Insider verdict
Despite over £200million being spent during the summer so far, Slot does not look to be finished with his deal, though Isak may now be off the cards for the Reds following their opening bid.
Mick Brown told Football Insider that Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi has his heart set on Liverpool, and that could be especially important if Konate ends up sealing a free transfer to Real Madrid.
Jarell Quansah and Nat Phillips have both made moves away, with Joe Gomez flying home from Liverpool’s pre-season due to a new injury, so a new defender would be helpful either way.
West Ham believe they can sign Elliott, Mick Brown has told Football Insider, and with just two Premier League starts to his name last term, it would be no surprise to see him leave as well.
There are plenty of changes still to be expected at Anfield, and understandably so under the new manager, but it may take a while before these players learn to gel together on the pitch.
The Reds have already lost one of their pre-season matches to AC Milan, turning their form around when facing Yokohama F.Marinos, but the true test will be their Community Shield clash against Palace.