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Mohamed Salah’s Future in Doubt as Saudi Confidence Grows

Saudi Persistence Raises Alarm at Anfield

As the Premier League season enters its decisive stretch, the last thing Liverpool needed was a fresh round of uncertainty. Yet, according to The Telegraph, Saudi giants Al-Hilal remain “confident” of signing Mohamed Salah this summer, with the Egyptian forward said to be “interested” in the move.

Salah’s contract saga has been simmering for months, and the concern now isn’t just about the player’s silence — it’s the noise coming from Riyadh. Having lost Neymar in January, Al-Hilal are making Salah their marquee target. It’s a pursuit that hasn’t gone cold, and despite no green light from Salah’s camp, Saudi sources continue to talk bullishly of a deal.

Liverpool, according to the same report, had hoped that Salah’s focus on negotiations with the club suggested a willingness to extend his stay. But that optimism is beginning to fade as negotiations drag on and “lines of communication” between Salah and the Pro League remain open.

Contract Stand-Off Reflects Deeper Uncertainty

At 32, Salah remains a generational talent. His numbers this season — 32 goals and 22 assists in 43 appearances — are those of a player in his prime. But Liverpool’s hesitancy in offering concrete terms earlier, as Salah “repeatedly expressed his disappointment” during the winter, may have opened the door to outside interest.

This isn’t just about wages or trophies — it’s about feeling valued. Salah is Liverpool’s modern icon, the club’s top scorer in Europe, a Champions League winner, and a Premier League champion. Yet, as other stars prepare to leave — with Trent Alexander-Arnold reportedly set for a Bosman move to Real Madrid — Salah’s commitment looks shakier than ever.

If Salah leaves, especially on a free transfer, it would mark the end of an era at Anfield. And for a club in transition, under new manager Arne Slot, replacing such stature on and off the pitch would be near impossible.

Saudi Vision Targets Global Icons

The appeal for Salah is clear. The Saudi Pro League offers unmatched wages, star treatment, and a chance to become the face of a nation’s sporting vision. And for the Saudis, Salah is more than a footballer — he’s a cultural and commercial bridge between Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

With Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema already in the league, and with Lionel Messi having spurned their advances, Salah is the next great jewel in their sights. “He remains interested,” reports The Telegraph, and for Saudi Arabia, even that glimmer is enough.

Al-Hilal know that Salah won’t move before this summer’s Club World Cup, but their confidence suggests they see time, money, and influence all on their side.

Liverpool’s Summer Hinges on Salah’s Choice

This saga isn’t just about Salah’s future — it’s a referendum on Liverpool’s direction. With Van Dijk and Alexander-Arnold also facing uncertain futures, the club must act fast to prevent a leadership vacuum. If Salah departs without Liverpool securing a clear successor, it would represent more than poor planning — it would be negligence.

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The club has faced transition before, but rarely has it risked losing multiple talismans in the same window. The coming weeks will define how serious Liverpool are about competing at the highest level.

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There’s no way to sugar-coat this — it’s deeply concerning. Salah’s numbers this season speak for themselves. If Liverpool genuinely believe they can find another player capable of contributing 50+ goal involvements per year, they’re dreaming.

The fans have been patient. We understood the coming rebuild under Arne Slot will take time. But allowing players of Salah’s calibre to enter the final year of their contract — with no clear resolution — is amateurish.

And it’s not just about one player. Trent to Madrid? Virgil uncertain? That’s three captains in waiting, all possibly walking away. What message does that send to the next generation — to Jarell Quansah, to Harvey Elliott?

If Salah goes to Saudi, fair play to him — he’s earned the right to choose his path. But for Liverpool, the damage would be monumental. Not just in terms of goals, but identity. We’re not just losing a player. We’re potentially watching the soul of the Klopp era quietly leave through the side door.

Liverpool must move now. Either tie Salah down or be brave enough to say goodbye on their terms — not someone else’s.1