Mohamed Salah bids farewell to Darwin Nunez as he joins Al Hilal

Muhe - Thursday, 14 August 2025 | 03:00 PM (WIB)

Mohamed Salah bids farewell to Darwin Nunez as he joins Al Hilal

90 MIN FOOTBALL - Darwin Nunez's departure to Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal appears to have saddened Liverpool star Mohamed Salah. Nunez left Liverpool during this summer's transfer window.
Mohamed Salah took to his Instagram account to express his farewell to the Uruguayan international. Nunez was transferred from Liverpool to Al Hilal for a fee of 53 million euros.
Regarding Nunez's move, Salah expressed his gratitude for having worked with him at Liverpool. Salah described Nunez as a fun person who brought a lot of positive energy.
"I feel lucky to have been your teammate and friend. We brought a lot of positive energy wherever we went," he wrote.
"You made us laugh and showed passion in everything you did. You will be missed, and I wish you the best at your new club," he continued.
Nunez and Salah have been together since the 2022-2025 season, playing a total of 122 times together in all competitions. The two have contributed 18 goals to each other's goals.

Nunez's Role at Liverpool and the Uruguayan National Team

Nunez has played for three seasons at Liverpool, with a varied record. He has made 143 appearances and scored 40 goals in all competitions for the Reds.
He was part of Liverpool's Premier League and Carabao Cup triumphs. Although his finishing consistency has been the subject of debate, Nunez's role at Liverpool is undeniable.
Meanwhile, with the Uruguayan national team, Nunez is one of Uruguay's leading strikers. He was a key member of the Uruguayan team at the 2022 World Cup and the 2024 Copa America.

Nunez's Profile and Career

Nunez was born in Artigas, Uruguay, on June 24, 1999. He began his professional football career with his hometown club, Penarol. His talent in Uruguayan football attracted the attention of several European clubs.
In 2019, he made his European debut with Spanish club UD Almeria. The following season, he moved to Portuguese giants Benfica. During his time with Benfica, he developed into a fearsome striker and became one of the most sought-after forwards in Europe.
Finally, in June 2022, Nunez was signed by Liverpool for an initial transfer fee of £64 million (approximately Rp1.2 trillion), making him one of the club's most expensive signings.
In August 2025, Darwin Núñez officially ended his three-year stay at Anfield and joined Saudi Arabian Premier League club Al-Hilal for an initial fee of €53 million (£46 million). This move marks a new chapter in his career.***