Liverpool have taken a major step in their bid to keep Mohamed Salah by increasing their contract offer, thanks to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s decision to leave for Real Madrid on a free transfer.
The club has reopened negotiations with Salah’s agent, Ramy Abbas, and presented an improved deal in an effort to convince the Egyptian forward to extend his stay at Anfield.
According to reports from Egypt’s Masrawy, discussions between Salah and Liverpool are progressing positively, with both parties edging closer to an agreement.
While nothing has been finalized, the latest developments suggest that the Reds are now in a stronger position to retain their star forward.
Salah, who remains a pivotal figure in Liverpool’s attacking lineup, had been in a contract standoff with the club for months.
The main sticking point had been his wage demands, with Liverpool hesitant to break their financial structure to meet his expectations. However, Alexander-Arnold’s surprise decision to leave for Madrid has provided Liverpool with greater financial flexibility.
By saving on the fullback’s wages, the club is now in a position to allocate more resources toward securing Salah’s future.
The 32-year-old forward has been linked with a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, but Liverpool are determined to keep him, viewing his presence as essential to their continued success.
While Liverpool fans may be disappointed by Alexander-Arnold’s impending departure, the silver lining is that his exit could ultimately help the club hold on to Salah.
The Reds are reportedly making their strongest push yet to tie down their talisman, ensuring he remains the focal point of their attack.
