Saudi Pro League to Back Major Move for Mohamed Salah

Key Takeaways:

• The Saudi Professional League is prepared to underwrite a potential deal for Mohamed Salah should he depart Liverpool
• Liverpool declined a £150 million Al-Ittihad bid for Salah in 2023
• Rumours emerged yesterday of Galatasaray offering Salah a salary between $20-22 million

Saudi League’s Firm Interest in Salah

The Saudi Professional League is reportedly set to provide financial backing for a prospective transfer involving Mohamed Salah, should the Liverpool forward decide to leave Anfield. This interest from Saudi football authorities is not new – in 2023, Liverpool rejected a substantial £150 million offer from Al-Ittihad for the Egypt international. During last summer, the league also attempted to lure Salah with offers, at a time when he was in the final year of his then-current contract with the Merseyside outfit.

🚨 The Saudi Pro League are READY to back a blockbuster move for Mohamed Salah if the Liverpool star decides to push for an exit after losing his starting spot under Arne Slot.

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Recent Developments and Salah’s Status at Liverpool

Now aged 33, Salah agreed a fresh two-year contract extension with Liverpool in April. However, his form has suffered a notable decline since the start of this campaign. Liverpool’s new manager Arne Slot has responded by omitting Salah from the starting eleven in each of the past two matches.

Pro League’s Ambitions and Widespread Interest

These recent events have renewed optimism among Saudi football leaders that Salah, renowned for both his immense popularity and his stature within the Arab world, could move to their league. Such a signing would rival the league’s previous acquisition of Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of sporting impact and regional prestige. The Saudi Professional League is therefore willing to finance the transfer regardless of which specific Saudi club secures the Egyptian star’s signature.

Further intrigue has arisen with claims circulating yesterday that Turkish powerhouse Galatasaray are also keen on Salah. Reports suggest that the club may attempt to entice him with a salary in the range of $20-22 million.