Darwin Nunez has posted a cryptic message on Instagram following criticism of his recent performances for Liverpool.
Nunez, 25, has come under fire from Liverpool fans for his continued wastefulness in front of goal.
The Uruguayan has managed just three goals in all competitions this season, having made 19 appearances for Arne Slot's side.
He once again drew a blank as Liverpool narrowly defeated Girona 1-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday night to all but secure a spot in the top eight of the league phase.
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Slot's side have won all six of their matches in Europe so far this season and are now almost certain to avoid the play-off round, with the Merseyside club set to go directly through to the last 16 with two games to spare as long as results go their way on Wednesday night.
Nunez, meanwhile, is now into his third season with the Reds following his £64m move from Benfica in 2022 and the striker finds himself under increasing pressure from fans at Anfield.
"Delighted with the scrappy win but it’s really time to admit Darwin Nunez is a terrible footballer and the club needs to move him on. I love his passion but at the end of the day it's about putting the ball in the back of the net. He's been here 3 seasons & he hasn't kicked on," one fan posted on X.
"Darwin Nunez just put together back to back performances against Newcastle and Girona as bad as anything [Rickie] Lambert, [Fabio] Borini, [Mario] Balotelli, [Andy] Carroll, [David] NGog have ever had. He needs an extended run on the bench. Give someone else a chance," added another unhappy supporter.
Nunez has since taken to social media to post a series of messages to supporters, including one cryptic post which has created headlines.
"They are not all, they are some. Thank you Reds for your support, we are all still together!" Nunez wrote on his Instagram story, alongside an image of himself against Girona.
He then posted a photo of himself with the word "resilience" written underneath.
The Uruguay international later sent a message to fans on X, writing: "Together we stand, ready for what's next!"
In addition to topping the Champions League table, Liverpool are also leading the Premier League – although they saw their lead cut to four points at the weekend by Chelsea after the Merseyside derby was called off due to Storm Darragh.
Liverpool next face Fulham at home on Saturday and Nunez is at risk of losing his place in the team, with Diogo Jota returning to training prior to the win over Girona.
Topics: Liverpool, Darwin Nunez, Premier League, Football, Transfers, Anfield
Rory O'Callaghan