Liverpool have entered discussions with star forward Mohamed Salah over a new contract as the club looks to secure his future amid persistent interest from Saudi Arabia and European giants. Despite initial talks, no agreement has been reached yet, with reports indicating both sides are still apart on terms.
Salah, whose current contract with Liverpool is set to expire at the end of 2025, remains one of the most sought-after players globally.
Journalist Florian Plettenberg has reported that negotiations are ongoing but have yet to bridge the gap between Salah’s team and the club.
The 31-year-old forward is reportedly evaluating significant offers from clubs in both Saudi Arabia and Europe, leaving Liverpool with a pressing decision to make.
The interest from Saudi Arabia has been longstanding.
Ittihad Jeddah made a determined bid to lure Salah to the Saudi Pro League last summer, only to be rebuffed by Liverpool.
The Merseyside club held firm, turning down lucrative offers to retain their top scorer.
But as Liverpool looks to reinforce their squad for the future, securing Salah’s commitment remains a top priority.
Salah’s current form has only intensified Liverpool’s urgency.
He has been instrumental in the club’s successful start to the Premier League season, where they lead the standings with 28 points after 11 matches, five points clear of Manchester City.
The Egyptian’s performance was highlighted in Liverpool’s recent 2-0 victory over Aston Villa, where he showcased his scoring and playmaking abilities.
So far this season, he has already recorded 10 goals and 10 assists across all competitions.
In the Champions League, Salah has been equally impactful, helping Liverpool achieve a perfect record of 12 points from their first four group-stage matches.
His influence is felt both in England and Europe, where he consistently delivers critical goals and assists that push Liverpool closer to their competitive goals.
Since joining Liverpool from Roma in 2017, Salah has cemented his place as one of the club’s legends.
In 366 appearances for Liverpool, he has scored 221 goals and contributed 99 assists. In the Premier League, he ranks eighth on the all-time top scorers list with 165 goals.
Salah is also close to surpassing Wayne Rooney in combined Premier League goals and assists, with 35 contributions compared to Rooney’s 36.
The ongoing contract negotiations are thus crucial for Liverpool, who are aware of the value Salah brings to the team and the challenges of replacing a player of his caliber.
Should Liverpool secure an agreement with Salah, it would likely ensure their attacking lineup remains one of the most formidable in Europe.
However, with persistent interest from Saudi Arabian clubs, the outcome of these talks could have significant ramifications for the player and the team alike.
🚨🔴 Liverpool and Mohamed #Salah’s management are still in talks about a potential new contract beyond 2025.
However, no agreement has been reached yet, as both parties remain far apart. #LFC
Salah has other top options in both Saudi Arabia and Europe.@SkySportDE 🇪🇬 pic.twitter.com/oN1SzSi7oT
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) November 12, 2024
