Salah, at 31, remains the most formidable attacking force for Liverpool and an esteemed figure in the Premier League. He’s led Liverpool’s scoring charts for all six complete seasons he’s played at the club. Yet, persistent rumors continue to circulate about a potential move to the growing Saudi Pro League.
Speculation regarding his transfer commenced in the offseason and reached a peak when Al-Ittihad supposedly made a verbal offer that could amount to £150 million, a bid that Liverpool staunchly rejected. Notably, a mid-season sale in January has been firmly dismissed.
However, the scenario could shift by the season’s conclusion. By June, Salah will be turning 32 and entering the final year of his contract. Klopp addressed these speculations during a recent press conference, stating that Salah had never expressed the desire to leave and is fully committed to the team.
Nevertheless, a recent report from Football Insider claims that Klopp might face an unexpected turn of events. They assert that Salah’s move to Saudi Arabia is a ‘done deal,’ although the destination club remains unspecified. The report further alleges that Salah has ‘verbally agreed’ to the move and is enticed by the possibility of heading to the Middle East. The anticipated cost for securing Salah’s services is quoted at £150 million or more.
While the potential departure of Salah would undoubtedly concern Liverpool fans, the opportunity to recoup a significant sum—especially for a 32-year-old in the final year of his contract—might prove too enticing for the club’s decision-makers to overlook.