Mohammed Salah has leapt to the defence of former teammates in a cryptic social media post, claiming the Premier League champions are being disrespected.
Liverpool’s 2024–25 campaign will live long in the memory. A season defined by drama, flair, and resilience saw the Reds reclaim the Premier League crown, equalling a record 20th league title in the club’s illustrious history.
Central to that triumph were Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, and Darwin Nunez — three attacking stars whose contributions helped Liverpool dominate domestically and produce some of the most thrilling football in Europe.
Now, as Diaz and Nunez depart for new challenges abroad, Liverpool fans and pundits are debating their replacements. But Salah has not hesitated to speak out, defending the players who played such a crucial role in last season’s glory.
Luis Diaz joined Liverpool in January 2022 for a £37.5 million and quickly became a sensation at Anfield. His speed, dribbling, and eye for goal helping the Reds unlock some of the Premier League’s toughest defences. In his final season at the club, under the guidance of Arne Slot, Diaz scored 17 goals in all competitions.
The Colombian’s influence went beyond goals. His movement, link-up play, and ability to stretch opponents provided the perfect balance to Salah’s incisive runs and Nunez’s power up front. Diaz also enjoyed success in domestic cups, winning two League Cups and an FA Cup during his three-and-a-half-year spell at Anfield, while also featuring in a Champions League final.
His £65 million departure to Bayern Munich in July for marked the end of a successful chapter, but Liverpool moved quickly to ensure continuity. The signing of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for £116 million sees a new attacking star take the number seven shirt, bringing fresh energy and creativity to Slot’s evolving frontline.
Darwin Nunez was equally vital in Liverpool’s title-winning campaign. The Uruguayan striker featured in 30 Premier League matches, scoring crucial goals, including a dramatic brace at Brentford in January — a performance that exemplified his ability to rise to the occasion, even though he was on the fringes of the team under head coach Slot.
Nunez’s move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal may have raised eyebrows, but Liverpool acted decisively, welcoming Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for £125 million on deadline day.
The Sweden international now wears the iconic number nine shirt, joining a squad that has been remoulded by Slot since taking over from Jurgen Klopp in the summer of 2024. Hugo Ekitike’s arrival further strengthens the club’s attacking depth, ensuring Liverpool remain equipped to defend their title and compete on multiple fronts.
The summer’s departures and high-profile signings have naturally sparked debate among supporters. A Liverpool fan account posted a collage of Diaz and Nunez alongside Wirtz and Isak, with the provocative caption: “Name a bigger upgrade in footballing history.”
Salah, not one to sit quietly, hit back with a simple but powerful message.
“How about we celebrate the great signings without disrespecting the PL champions?”
The post served as a reminder of the contribution Diaz and Nunez made to Liverpool’s title-winning season — a campaign defined by teamwork, flair, and consistency.
For Salah, it was never just about the individuals arriving at Anfield, but the players who helped lift Liverpool to the summit of English football shouldn’t and that respect for past achievements is as important as celebrating new arrivals.
