As time runs out towards the Saudi Pro League’s 10pm deadline to finalize summer transfer activities, Mohamed Salah looks set to become a fixture at Liverpool.
The Reds striker has been closely linked to Al Ittihad interests throughout the summer as the Gulf state has attracted numerous players on lucrative contracts. This culminated in a £150m offer, which was rejected last Friday on the eve of England’s transfer deadline.
Anfield managers braced for a £200m offer earlier this week, although the answer would once again be a firm no as Jurgen Klopp could not secure a replacement before January.
Thursday sees the dynamic shift towards rumors that Salah will remain in Merseyside for the foreseeable future, and his latest social media activity suggests he will stay home. In the Egyptian’s latest Instagram story, he is seen at home, while he relaxes and watches the Amazon Prime series “Vikings”. It will be good news for Reds fans who hope their talisman can help them return to the Champions League next season.
Salah has already scored four goals in four Premier League appearances this season, while the club have two possible routes to Europe’s top flight: through the English top flight and also through new competition for the striker during his current stint in Merseyside, the Europa League. .
It’s unclear what stance the club will take going forward as Salah’s current contract only lasts for a year starting in the summer of 2024. Reds legend Jamie Carragher believes this season will be the last of the no. 11 at Anfield, but that remains to be seen
