Mohamed Salah's nine-year association with Liverpool is coming to an end. The Egyptian forward, who has scored more Premier League goals for one club than almost any player in the competition's history, confirmed in March that he would be leaving Anfield at the end of the season. Now, with the final weeks of the campaign ticking down, the question that every football fan wants answered is where Salah goes next. He is 33 years old, his contract is up, and he has described himself as having "a lot of good options" — but has yet to name his destination.
Why He Is Leaving
Salah's departure has not been an entirely clean break. The Egyptian said his relationship with manager Arne Slot had deteriorated, and he publicly claimed he had been made a scapegoat by the club after a difficult start to the season. His comments about being "thrown under the bus" following Liverpool's 3-3 draw at Leeds in December accelerated the breakdown, and the club subsequently confirmed he would not be offered a new contract. Despite the friction, Salah remains one of the most respected players in the game, and the manner of his Liverpool career — 228 goals in all competitions — deserves to be celebrated regardless of how it ends.
Where Could He Go?
The Saudi Pro League has been the most persistent rumour. Al Ittihad, who attempted to sign him two years ago, have reportedly revived their interest and are prepared to offer a financially transformative deal. A move to the United States — following the trail blazed by Messi and Suárez — has also been mentioned. But Salah has not ruled out remaining in European football, with clubs in Italy and France said to have made formal approaches. A return to Roma, where he spent a loan spell earlier in his career, has been suggested by some Italian media. Nothing has been confirmed, and Salah appears to be taking his time.
What Liverpool Lose
Whatever the next chapter holds for Salah personally, the scale of the challenge facing Arne Slot in replacing him should not be understated. There is no like-for-like replacement for a player of his calibre on the market at any price. Liverpool will need to restructure their attack fundamentally, and the identity of who they bring in this summer will say a great deal about the direction the club intends to go. A generation of Liverpool supporters grew up watching Salah. His exit marks the end of something genuinely special.
Transfer context: Mohamed Salah, 33, Liverpool. Contract expires June 2026. Will leave as a free agent. Liverpool career: 228 goals in all competitions. Potential destinations: Saudi Pro League (Al Ittihad), MLS, Serie A. Decision expected before end of May 2026.
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