According to a report from Liverpool Echo, contradicting Jurgen Klopp’s recent press conference statement, Football Insider have reported that there is a verbal agreement for Mohamed Salah to depart Liverpool for Saudi Arabia next summer.
The article suggests that the Merseyside club will not entertain any transfer deals in January, reserving the player’s departure for next summer. However, in a previous press conference, Klopp mentioned that he had neither received any requests from Salah nor been aware of any summer bids for the No.11. The recent development has sparked several speculations on whether the Egyptian star will part ways with the Reds next year.
Salah’s Impressive Run Of Form Liverpool
Mohamed Salah has picked up right where he left off last season, maintaining a high level of performance at Anfield. In his 14 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions this season, the 31-year-old has scored 10 goals and provided four assists.
This exceptionally talented player from Egypt has showcased remarkable consistency in the attacking third, with an average of 3.2 shots, 2.3 key passes, and 0.8 successful dribbles per game in the Premier League. Additionally, he has displayed proficiency in passing, boasting a pass completion rate of 77.9% in the English top flight (statistics provided by whoscored).
Is His Exit From Liverpool Inevitable?
Salah stands among the world’s elite players and has played a pivotal role in Liverpool’s recent success. If he were to depart, Liverpool would face the daunting challenge of finding a replacement capable of scoring goals and creating chances at a similar level. This task is complicated because players of Salah’s caliber are a rare find.
Furthermore, beyond the loss of goals and creativity, Salah’s departure would impact the morale of the club on Merseyside. He enjoys widespread popularity among both fans and teammates, and his exit would be a significant disappointment.
Nevertheless, the likelihood of Salah leaving Anfield is quite high, given his desire to play in Saudi Arabia, and if a Saudi club presents an irresistible offer, Liverpool’s decision-makers may be tempted to accept. Additionally, as Salah is aging, the prospect of securing substantial profits in the foreseeable future would become less certain.
