WATCH: Anfield pays emotional tribute to Roberto Firmino as he bids final goodbye to Liverpool
Roberto Firmino scored his final goal for Liverpool in the dying minutes of the clash against Aston Villa.
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Roberto Firmino consoled by Allison while he breaks into tears, pic credit: twitter
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino received a standing ovation after he played his last match for Liverpool on Saturday. The Brazilian forward cried as his heart wrenches while he bid adieu to Anfield. The Liverpool number 9 scored his last goal, a crucial one while Liverpool locked horns with Aston Villa in Anfield.
Roberto Firmino who was substituted in the last quarter played his last 20 minutes for Liverpool. The Brazilian forward nevertheless didn’t fail to contribute one last time for the Reds. Roberto Firmino pairs up with Mohammad Salah to level up in the final minute.
The entire Annfield roared his name after he scored his tenth goal of the season. Post-match, the fans made sure to chant his name to bid him farewell. The Brazilian forward was unable to control his tears in front of the gallery of fans. Before the match, he said ‘After the game, I will cry 100%’.
The Brazilian had to be consoled by his teammates Allison Becker and others. Roberto Firmino’s glorious eight years comes to an end. The number 9’s contract will end in June and his next club is yet not known. The player has played a pivotal role in Liverpool’s wins in Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, and Club world cup.
Where will Roberto Firmino play next season after leaving Liverpool?
Roberto Firmino’s contract with Liverpool ends at the end of the season. The Brazilian forward has confirmed that he won’t be continuing in Jurgen Klopp‘s side and wouldn’t renew his contract. That being said, today’s game marks the last appearance of the player for the Annfield side.
Roberto Firmino is reportedly linked to Barcelona for the next season. It is reported that the player has given word to Xavi to join his side the next season. Although nothing has been confirmed, the player may see a move to Catalunya.
Roberto Firmino missed a couple of games this season due to a muscle injury. The player made sure to make an impact in his last game coming on as a substitute. The player has made 109 goals in total after playing for eight years in Liverpool.
Roberto Firmino adds to the list of players who would be seen leaving Liverpool this summer. The list includes the likes of James Milner, Alex Oxlade Chamberlain, and Naby Keita. The 31-year-old made sure to write the names in the Anfield history book after his emotional farewell after Liverpool’s match against Aston Villa.
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