Egyptian international Mohammed Salah has reportedly decided to depart Premier league giants Liverpool in the summer, with a move to Saudi Arabia firmly on the horizon.
With Ronaldo widely expected to be approaching the final chapter of his legendary career, Saudi Pro League officials are determined to ensure that the league’s global appeal does not dip once the Portuguese icon steps away.
However, the Egyptian football icon has emerged as a priority target to replace Ronaldo in the Saudi League.
His potential arrival is being viewed as the cornerstone of the league’s next phase, designed to replace Ronaldo as the face of Saudi football. Once it became clear that next season could mark Ronaldo’s farewell, recruitment plans shifted into overdrive. League executives are now preparing a wave of marquee signings to sustain momentum, commercial growth, and worldwide attention and Salah sits at the very top of that wishlist.
The Egyptian forward is not the only elite name under consideration. Saudi clubs are also closely monitoring Real Madrid star Vinicius Júnior and Nice winger Jeremie Boga, both of whom are reportedly facing uncertainty over their long-term futures due to ongoing contract situations. Their profiles fit the league’s objective of combining star power with players still capable of performing at the highest level.
Salah’s résumé speaks for itself. He joined Liverpool from AS Roma in 2017 in a deal worth €42 million and quickly established himself as one of the Premier League’s most decisive attackers. This season, despite Liverpool’s inconsistencies, he has featured in 21 matches across competitions, contributing 5 goals and 4 assists.
Although his current contract runs until the summer of 2027, the momentum surrounding a Saudi switch continues to build.
If completed, Salah’s move would not only reshape the Saudi Pro League’s identity after Ronaldo but also signal a new era in its quest to rival Europe’s top competitions for star talent and global influence.
