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Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Liverpool fans fear £37m star is leaving after girlfriend's social media post
There are growing fears that Luis Diaz may have played his final game for Liverpool after the forward's girlfriend penned an emotional letter to fans on social media. Diaz, 28, racked up 13 goals and five assists across an excellent individual season in the Premier League to help Liverpool clinch their record-equaling 20th top-flight title in Arne Slot's first year at the helm. It adds to the FA Cup and two Carabao Cup titles that Diaz had already won across his opening two-and-a-half years under Jurgen Klopp. Slot has been unequivocal that he views Diaz as a central figure going forward, but speculation has been mounting that the Colombia international could be set for the exit door this summer. Barcelona are on the hunt for attacking reinforcements to further strengthen their La Liga-winning squad and have reportedly placed Diaz at the top of their wishlist, alongside Manchester United outcast Marcus Rashford. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Nassr are also believed to be exploring a possible bid for the ex-Porto star. With that in mind, it is little wonder that many fans began fearing the worst when Diaz's partner, Gera Ponce, took to Instagram to thank the Anfield faithful for 'the unconditional love' they had received throughout their time on Merseyside. 'To the incredible Liverpool fans,' Ponce said in a touching post some have read as a farewell message. 'From the first day we arrived, we felt first hand what it means to be a part of this club. 'We knew the slogan was 'You'll Never Walk Alone', but to hear them sing it with so much passion, support each other at every moment and show such unconditional love… confirmed to us that here you never walk alone. 'This fan doesn't just support, it feels. And what you have made my boyfriend and our entire family feel is something we carry in our souls.' Ponce added: 'Thank you for so much love, for so much dedication and for making us feel at home. 'Being a part of this fan is a privilege. There's no doubt: they're the best in the world. 'This is a real bond, deep and strong, that reaffirms that we'll never walk alone.' In response to the post, @theliverpoolzone_ wrote: 'I hope this isn't a farewell post [crying emoji].' 'Is this a goodbye? [crying emoji],' one Liverpool fan replied. 'I hope this isn't a goodbye post? I hope you're here to stay for a long time! [love heart emoji],' another supporter responded. 'Don't go!' @anythinglfc_ wrote, while another fan replied: 'Don't let him go, if he wants to make history, Liverpool is the team.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Barca's interest in Diaz stretches back over a year and the club's sporting director, Deco, has refused to rule out a summer move, revealing his admiration for the Colombian last week. 'We like Luis and we like Rashford,' Deco told Catalan radio station RAC1. 'However, we can't talk about players who are under contract. 'For me, it's much more important to improve what we have at home.' Diaz, meanwhile, insisted he was 'really happy' to be a Liverpool player as he spoke to the club's official website in the wake of their Premier League title triumph. 'I feel I'm going through a really good period,' Diaz said. 'I'm really happy to be here, to be part of this great institution, this great club and to have great team-mates around me. 'From the moment I arrived, I felt great pride. I always tried to work hard for this, and to see that nowadays things are working out for me fills me with pride and I'm really happy because that's what I work for. More Trending 'But we are nobodies without our team-mates. We are a team. 'The forwards and wingers always try to help with goals and assists, and right now I've achieved good numbers to back that up. 'It's about playing and then playing well, supporting the team in the way I play and enjoying it, like always.' Diaz's current contract with the English champions runs through to June 2027. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes receives transfer message from Portugal team-mate MORE: Man Utd transfer target told he is making mistake by choosing Chelsea instead MORE: Arsenal and Chelsea learn price to sign transfer target from Premier League rivals
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Barcelona end La Liga with 3-0 win; Robert Lewandowski misses out on Golden Boot to Kylian Mbappe
Robert Lewandowski now has 101 goals for the Blaugrana (Image via Getty Images/Juan Manuel Serrano Arce) Barcelona concluded their La Liga-winning season with a 3-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao on Sunday, featuring Robert Lewandowski 's brace, though he fell short of overtaking Kylian Mbappe as the league's top scorer for the season. Lewandowski scored in the 14th and 17th minutes, finishing the season with 27 goals, while Mbappé secured the Pichichi trophy with 31 goals after scoring twice in Madrid's 2-0 win against Real Sociedad on Saturday. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The Polish striker hadn't found the net in league play since March against Girona, with his last goal coming in April during a Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund. Mbappé's impressive late-season performance included 10 goals in his final six matches, surpassing Lewandowski who had led the scoring race for most of the season. Barcelona dominated the league with 88 points, finishing four points ahead of second-placed Madrid and 12 points clear of third-placed Atletico Madrid. Shubman Gill story: From a remote village near the border to India's Test captain The champions demonstrated their superiority with a goal difference of plus 63, scoring 102 goals while conceding 39, and recording 28 wins, four draws, and six losses. "We had it under control," Lewandowski said. "This season was almost perfect. We have to enjoy this moment." Barcelona, Madrid, Atletico, Athletic, and Villarreal qualified for the Champions League, while Celta Vigo and Real Betis secured Europa League spots, and Rayo Vallecano earned a Conference League place. Poll Who do you think was the standout player of the La Liga season? Robert Lewandowski Kylian Mbappé Lamine Yamal Raphinha Robert Lewandowski reaches new milestone Lewandowski also reached a club milestone thanks to his brace against Bilbao. In the 3 seasons he has been part of the Blaugrana, the Pole has netted 101 times in all competitions, including 42 this year, following 26 last season and 33 in his debut campaign. This is the third club after Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich for which he has achieved this feat. Aged 36, the Barcelona No 9 will be 37 by the time next season kicks off. With his contract running until the summer of 2026, it remains to be seen whether the club will make a decision on the forward in the summer. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
The Hindu
21-04-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Dembele buys second-tier Lithuanian club Minija
Former Celtic, Olympique Lyonnais and Fulham striker Moussa Dembele has bought FK Minija Kretinga, the Lithuanian club confirmed on Monday. Minija, based in the city of Kretinga and sitting in ninth place in the Lithuanian second tier standings, has been acquired by investment group Triple M Sports Investments Limited - in which Dembele is a director. Triple M Sports Investments Limited also owns AS Mansa in Mali. READ: Saint-Etienne fan arrested after projectile thrown at assistant referee 'They now know more about Kretinga than I do. This is a win not only for Kretinga but also for all Lithuanian football. We will now move from away from an amateur club to a professional one,' club CEO Vidas Burba told Reuters. Dembele, who signed for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq in 2023, made 94 appearances for Celtic between 2016-18, winning two Scottish Premiership titles. The 28-year-old was also part of Atletico Madrid's LaLiga-winning squad in 2021. Related Topics Moussa Dembele / Minija
Straits Times
21-04-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Former Lyon, Celtic forward Dembele buys second-tier Lithuanian club Minija
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Ligue 1 - Lorient v Olympique Lyonnais - Stade du Moustoir, Lorient, France - September 7, 2022 Olympique Lyonnais' Moussa Dembele during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Stephane Mahe/File Photo VILNIUS, Lithuania - Former Celtic, Olympique Lyonnais and Fulham striker Moussa Dembele has bought FK Minija Kretinga, the Lithuanian club confirmed on Monday. Minija, based in the city of Kretinga and sitting in ninth place in the Lithuanian second tier standings, have been acquired by investment group Triple M Sports Investments Limited - in which Dembele is a director. Triple M Sports Investments Limited also owns AS Mansa in Mali. "They now know more about Kretinga than I do. This is a win not only for Kretinga but for all Lithuanian football. We will now move from away from an amateur club to a professional one," club CEO Vidas Burba told Reuters. Dembele, who signed for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq in 2023, made 94 appearances for Celtic between 2016-18, winning two Scottish Premiership titles. The 28-year-old was also part of Atletico Madrid's LaLiga-winning squad in 2021. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Star
21-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Soccer-Former Lyon, Celtic forward Dembele buys second-tier Lithuanian club Minija
Soccer Football - Ligue 1 - Lorient v Olympique Lyonnais - Stade du Moustoir, Lorient, France - September 7, 2022 Olympique Lyonnais' Moussa Dembele during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Stephane Mahe VILNIUS, Lithuania (Reuters) -Former Celtic, Olympique Lyonnais and Fulham striker Moussa Dembele has bought FK Minija Kretinga, the Lithuanian club confirmed on Monday. Minija, based in the city of Kretinga and sitting in ninth place in the Lithuanian second tier standings, have been acquired by investment group Triple M Sports Investments Limited - in which Dembele is a director. Triple M Sports Investments Limited also owns AS Mansa in Mali. "They now know more about Kretinga than I do. This is a win not only for Kretinga but for all Lithuanian football. We will now move from away from an amateur club to a professional one," club CEO Vidas Burba told Reuters. Dembele, who signed for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq in 2023, made 94 appearances for Celtic between 2016-18, winning two Scottish Premiership titles. The 28-year-old was also part of Atletico Madrid's LaLiga-winning squad in 2021. (Reporting by Andrius Sytas in Vilnius, writing by Aadi Nair in Bengaluru, editing by Pritha Sarkar)
