€17m salary: Inside Mohamed Salah’s deal with Trabzonspor

Mohamed Salah has officially started a new chapter of his career after completing his move to Turkish side Trabzonspor, with details of his reported contract revealing a lucrative agreement for the Egypt captain.

The forward joined Trabzonspor on Wednesday after ending his nine-year spell with Liverpool, where he established himself as one of the Premier League’s greatest African players through a series of individual honours and team successes.

The transfer marks the seventh club of Salah’s career, following previous spells with Al Mokawloon Al Arab, Basel, Chelsea, Fiorentina, Roma and Liverpool.

Salah lands major contract in Turkey

According to Turkish newspaper AKSAM, Salah has signed a two-year contract with Trabzonspor.

The report claims the Egyptian star will earn an annual salary of €17 million as part of his agreement with the Turkish club.

The deal also reportedly includes a notable commercial clause that will see Salah receive 20% of the revenue generated from merchandise sold by Trabzonspor carrying his name or image.

The arrangement highlights the commercial value attached to one of Africa’s most recognisable football figures, whose global popularity has grown significantly throughout his career.

Failed Besiktas talks before Trabzonspor move

Before completing his switch to Trabzonspor, Salah was reportedly in discussions with another Turkish club, Besiktas.

However, negotiations broke down during the summer transfer window due to disagreements over financial terms.

Trabzonspor eventually secured the services of the Egyptian forward, completing one of the most high-profile transfers in Turkish football this summer.

New challenge for African football icon

Salah arrives at Trabzonspor after a remarkable period at Liverpool, where he became a club legend and helped the team win major trophies, including the Premier League and UEFA Champions League.

The move to Turkey represents a fresh challenge for the 34-year-old, who remains one of Africa’s most influential footballers.

Trabzonspor supporters will now hope the Egyptian captain can bring his experience, goals and leadership as the club targets success on the domestic and European stage.