Mohamed Salah is reportedly on the verge of joining Saudi Arabia as his contract with Liverpool expires in 2025, according to English media, which claims that the deal has already been finalized.
The current period is fruitful for Liverpool, leading the Premier League table with an impressive performance, especially in the offensive sector. Mo Salah, with 14 goals and 8 assists in 20 Premier League matches, significantly contributes to this success. However, it appears that the Egyptian star could be experiencing his last weeks on the Mersey side.
While Kylian Mbappé‘s situation naturally dominates headlines in France and Spain, in England, the Reds’ star is also at the center of attention. Indeed, speculation about his future continues.
Mohamed Salah to Saudi Arabia?
The Mirror emphasizes Saudi Arabia’s interest in Salah’s services, with Al-Hilal reportedly being very serious about this pursuit. Rumors last summer already hinted at a possible move to the Saudi Pro League, but the player chose to stay at that time.
Now that his contract expires in 2025, the situation could logically evolve, especially from Liverpool’s perspective, which might consider profiting quickly from his sale rather than seeing him leave for free. This trend seems to be confirmed, especially as the player is currently with his national team to participate in the African Cup of Nations (CAN). Robbie Fowler, former great striker for the Reds, expressed a rather pessimistic view, stating, “I would love nothing more than to see Salah finish his career in that beautiful red shirt.”
He added, “But I’m realistic, and I understand that there will probably be a moment, not too far in the future, when a move to Saudi Arabia would suit all parties perfectly.” Paul Robinson, former England goalkeeper and pundit, also shared his view with the Liverpool Echo, stating, “To me, it’s a done deal that he’s leaving. For his personal ambitions, his fortune, and what he can leave for his family. But not only that, there are also his religious beliefs. Playing in that league, he will be an icon. Mohamed Salah, in that league, will surpass Cristiano Ronaldo.”
Liverpool is already preparing for life after Mohamed Salah
The future of Mohamed Salah is at the center of discussions. His departure remains a real possibility, and Liverpool’s leaders are aware of that. They have already planned for this by setting their sights on Florian Wirtz. The young prodigy, having an exceptional start to the season with Bayer Leverkusen, attracts interest from all over Europe. Despite recent information from Sky Sport suggesting that the 20-year-old has expressed a preference for a transfer to Bayern Munich, Liverpool seems determined not to give up on the race.
According to reports from The Sun, the Reds do not consider the matter closed and consider Wirtz their top priority for the upcoming transfer windows. Apparently, Jürgen Klopp has developed a genuine enthusiasm for the player from Pulheim and is considering positioning him as Roberto Firmino’s successor in a false nine role. This is a somewhat unusual craving for the former Borussia Dortmund coach, and it could prove costly for the Merseyside club, as the current value of the German international is estimated at over 100 million euros.
Moreover, Manchester United could participate in the bidding, as the new owner of the Mancunians, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, also seems to have a keen interest in the brilliant Bayer forward. Nevertheless, Klopp has a slight advantage in attracting the player who has already scored 6 goals and provided 10 assists in 18 appearances across all competitions this season, as Wirtz’s current coach, Xabi Alonso, is a former Liverpool player.
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