Sadio Mane went to Bayern Munich where he will earn around 20 million euros, as much as Robert Lewandowski, but will still play in a strong league and will be competitive in the Champions League, which is important for him. The Senegalese captain felt that he closed the circle with the Reds, as he won all major trophies at Enfield (the Premier League, the Champions League, FA and League Cups) and wanted a new challenge. The things which certainly helped his decision was Liverpool’s Luis Diaz transfer, as the Uruguayan plays exactly at his position, but also the wage. Done deal: Mane finally at Bayern MunichIn Liverpool, the creator of so many important goals was not even among top 10 earners. The likes of Thiago Alcantara, Fabinho, Firmino and Alexander Arnold had almost double wage compared to Mane, while Oxlade-Chamberlain, Henderson, Milner, and Naby Keita were also ahead of him. When Bayern called, it was an easy decision for the Senegalese. “I chose Bayern Munich because they were very interested in me. I spoke with my agent and the project was the best for me, even though I had other offers. Bayern is the right club and it was the right moment to move on and come here to do my best and help the team win more trophies. I met the coach which was really important to know the project. When he talked to me about the team, the way they play and tactics, I was fascinated. I saw myself straightaway in it. I didn’t think twice. It’s the team for me. I see myself in that team and I think I can help the team achieve things together” said Mane at his introductionary conference. (2.30) PONTE PRETA (3.00) SAMPALO CORREA (3.30)After so many years in the club, Sadio Mane was sad for leaving Enfield, especially since he had a big support from the fans. “Liverpool are good club, I achieved big things. I achieved everything I can with the team. Obviously it is strange – really, really strange – to no longer be a Liverpool player after six years spent at Anfield. But of course I had a great time, an unbelievable time, and since my first day I really, really enjoyed training, playing, at Anfield especially and in front of these amazing supporters. Now it’s come to the end, so what can you say?” said Mane. Reflecting on six special years 🤩Liverpool legend Sadio Mane sat down with us for one last time to say goodbye, after completing his move to Bayern Munich.— Liverpool FC (@LFC) June 22, 2022 His former players also took time to say goodbye to their teammate, but the most notable statement came from coach Jurgen Klopp, who was very emotional. “One of Liverpool’s greatest ever players is leaving and we must acknowledge how significant this is. He leaves with our gratitude and our love. He leaves with his status among the greats guaranteed. And, yes, he leaves in a moment where he is one of the best players in world football. The goals he scored, the trophies he won; a legend, for sure, but also a modern-day Liverpool icon. I respect completely his decision and I’m sure our supporters do also. If you love LFC, you have to love Sadio – non-negotiable. It is possible to do this while accepting our loss is Bayern’s gain. I remember last season I was asked, in an interview or Q&A from memory, to describe Sadio in three words. I said at the time it’s not possible to do this. But the three words that feel the most appropriate today are also the hardest to say, “Will miss you!” wrote the German tactician. It’s been quite a ride! Thank you for all the good times and I wish you all the best in your new adventure! You will be missed by all of us. pic.twitter.com/zndPry1mfg— Mohamed Salah (@MoSalah) June 22, 2022 During his career in Liverpool, Mane formed a great partnership with Mohamed Salah, and the two men scored and assisted in some great goals. The two players are far and away the club’s top two goal scorers since Salah’s 2017 arrival. Sadio and Mo scored an astonishing 195 goals combined in the league alone, and the Egyptian international decided say goodbye to his longtime teammate, although he wasn’t so emotional as coach Klopp. “It’s been quite a ride! Thank you for all the good times and I wish you all the best in your new adventure! You will be missed by all of us” wrote Salah on Twitter.
