Mohamed Salah rejected a staggering €500 million offer from Saudi Arabia to commit his future to Liverpool by signing a new contract last week.
The Egyptian forward had the opportunity to make a sensational move to the Saudi Pro League, where one unnamed club was reportedly ready to hand him one of the most lucrative deals in football history.
Despite the eye-watering sum on the table, Salah chose to extend his stay at Anfield, reaffirming his loyalty to the Premier League giants.
According to reports, the Saudi club’s proposal would have seen Salah earn €500 million per year, an amount that would eclipse most current contracts in global football.
However, the 31-year-old made it clear that his priorities remain on the pitch, opting for competitive ambition over financial gain.
Salah’s new deal with Liverpool will keep him at the club until 2027, extending a relationship that began in 2017 when he joined from AS Roma.
Since then, he has become one of the most iconic players in the club’s modern era, winning the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, and a host of individual accolades.
While interest from Saudi Arabia in elite European players has intensified in recent transfer windows, Salah’s decision to remain in England stands as a strong statement of his sporting intent.
The forward, who has repeatedly spoken about his hunger for success, appears determined to continue challenging for major honours under Liverpool’s project.
The BBC reported that negotiations between Salah and Liverpool were conducted amid growing pressure from abroad, with Saudi officials keen to lure the Egyptian to the Middle East.
Nevertheless, the player and his representatives ultimately opted for stability and continuity in a club where he continues to thrive.
Salah’s choice to reject such an unprecedented salary has drawn widespread praise from Liverpool supporters, many of whom feared that the increasing pull of Saudi riches could tempt the talisman away from Merseyside.
His commitment is viewed as a major boost for the club heading into the upcoming season.
Liverpool officials have not commented publicly on the Saudi offer, but insiders suggest the club remained calm throughout the discussions, confident that Salah’s dedication to Liverpool’s sporting project would prevail over external pressures.
With the new contract signed, Salah is expected to continue playing a leading role in Liverpool’s campaign, as they look to return to the top of English football.
The Egyptian international remains central to the team’s tactical setup, providing goals, assists, and leadership both on and off the pitch.
By turning down the Saudi millions, Salah has reinforced his image not just as a world-class athlete, but as a player driven by ambition and a desire to cement his legacy at one of Europe’s most storied clubs.
