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Mohamed Salah pays touching tribute to Roberto Firmino with parting wish
Mohamed Salah has expressed his heartfelt farewell to his departing Liverpool teammates, particularly his long-time strike partner Roberto Firmino. After eight years at the club, Firmino is set to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, marking the departure of another member of the highly successful front three that has brought the team immense triumph in recent years. This follows the sale of Sadio Mane last summer, leaving Salah as the sole remaining member of the trio.
Alongside Firmino, vice-captain James Milner, as well as midfielders Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, are also moving on to new ventures. After Liverpool's final home game of the season, these four players were honored in what felt like the end of an era. Salah, in his personal tribute on social media, shared a picture of himself with each of the departing players and tweeted a touching message.
Salah's tweet read, "One of the best things about football is that we get to meet and share moments with great people. Bobby, Milly, Ox, and Naby, will be missed, and I hope our paths will cross again." Although all four players' contracts are expiring this summer, their futures remain uncertain. While Salah himself signed a lucrative new contract last summer, Firmino's contract was left to run until its expiration. The 31-year-old Brazilian forward acknowledged the end of his cycle at Liverpool ahead of Saturday's draw with Aston Villa, stating, "It is time, unfortunately. The cycle here has ended, and I understand it is time to go."
Firmino expressed his pride in his achievements with the team, the collective success they enjoyed, and the memorable history they created together. He mentioned the possibility of returning to Liverpool someday but recognized that now is the time to part ways. The departure of these esteemed players signifies a significant transition for the club, evoking a sense of nostalgia and gratitude for the incredible contributions they made.
As Liverpool bids farewell to Firmino, Milner, Keita, and Oxlade-Chamberlain, Salah's tribute stands as a poignant reminder of the strong bonds formed in football and the hope that their paths may cross again in the future. The Liverpool faithful will undoubtedly cherish the memories created by this remarkable group of players and eagerly anticipate the next chapter in the club's journey.
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