Liverpool's Mohamed Salah Backs Teammates Amid Controversial
Mohamed Salah defends Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz after criticism, highlighting his importance to the Liverpool team.
“How about we celebrate the great signings without disrespecting the Premier League champions?”
Mohamed Salah slammed a Liverpool fan account for “disrespecting” former teammates Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez after they were compared unfavorably to new signings Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz. The fan account, Anfield Edition, posted a picture of the departed duo alongside the new signings with the caption “Name a bigger upgrade in footballing history.” Salah responded by quote tweeting the post and saying, “How about we celebrate the great signings without disrespecting the PL champions?”
Anfield Edition later apologized for the post, stating it wasn't their intention to disrespect the players. They tweeted a picture of Salah with the caption, acknowledging his point and expressing regret. The apology came after Salah's public rebuke, which highlighted his loyalty and appreciation for his former teammates who contributed significantly to Liverpool's 20th English league title win last season.
Mohamed Salah defended his former teammates Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz after a social media post compared them unfavorably to new signings Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz. The post, which claimed Liverpool had made a historic upgrade, sparked Salah's response. “How about we celebrate the great signings without disrespecting the PL champions?” he said, backing his former teammates who contributed significantly to Liverpool's Premier League title win.
How about we celebrate the great signings without disrespecting the PL champions? https://t.co/lRug6oFYCt
— Mohamed Salah (@MoSalah) September 3, 2025
Nunez has since joined Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal for £56.6 million, while Diaz moved to Bayern Munich for £65 million. Meanwhile, Isak became Liverpool's record signing, joining from Newcastle United for £125 million, and Wirtz was signed from Bayer Leverkusen for £116 million. Salah's defense of his former teammates highlights the importance of respecting players who have contributed to the club's success.
Nunez and Diaz played crucial roles in Liverpool's Premier League title win last season. Nunez made 30 appearances, scoring five goals and providing three assists, while Diaz netted 17 goals in all competitions. Despite their contributions, both players left Liverpool this summer, with Nunez joining Al-Hilal for £56.6 million and Diaz moving to Bayern Munich for £65 million.
Liverpool has invested heavily in new signings, spending a record-breaking £446 million this summer. The club's new recruits, including Isak and Florian Wirtz, are expected to strengthen the team's lineup. However, Salah's defense of his former teammates shows that he values the memories and successes they shared at Liverpool.
Key Details:
- Players Involved: Luis Diaz (transferred to Bayern Munich), Darwin Nunez (transferred to Al Hilal)
- New Signings: Alexander Isak (from Newcastle United) and Florian Wirtz (from Bayer Leverkusen)
- Transfer Fees: Isak (£125 million), Wirtz (£116 million)
- Salah's Message: Celebrate new signings without disrespecting Premier League champions.
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