Former Liverpool CEO Peter Moore pays emotional tribute to Mohamed Salah after exit announced
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SportFootballMohamed SalahPeter Moore took to social media to post a tribute to Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool legend announced he would be leaving the club at the end of the season.Former Liverpool chief executive Peter Moore has paid tribute to Mohamed Salah after the modern-day Anfield legend confirmed he would be leaving the club at the end of the season.Salah, who is the third highest scorer in the club's history with 255 goals in 435 appearances to date since his arrival from Roma in June 2017, released an emotional video on social media on Tuesday evening to announce the bombshell news.And Moore, who served as Liverpool's CEO from February 2017 to August 2020, during which time the club, powered by the Egyptian's goals, won the Champions League and Premier League, said: "Some players arrive at Liverpool with big expectations. A very small few leave as legends… Mohamed Salah leaves as one of the greatest to ever wear the shirt."I still remember the beginning, the excitement when he signed, the belief that he could be special… but I don’t think any of us could have imagined just how much he would give to this club.FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE!
All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook page"Goals, trophies, unforgettable nights at Anfield, and moments that will live forever in the hearts of supporters all over the world." What always struck me most, though, was not just the player, but the man. It was a privilege to be there at the start of this journey, and an even greater privilege to watch him light up the pitch along the way."Thank you for everything you gave to Liverpool Football Club, on and off the pitch.
You will always be part of the family, and your place in the history of this club is secure forever. A true legend."Choose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCMohamed Salah