Manchester United have reportedly been tipped to make a bold, “public” approach for Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, intensifying the ongoing saga between the Egyptian superstar and Reds manager Arne Slot.
Salah was notably left out of Liverpool’s squad for their Champions League clash against Inter Milan following a revealing interview that has stirred controversy. Despite his absence, Liverpool managed a hard-fought 1-0 victory, showcasing their depth but leaving questions about Salah’s future.
The situation escalated earlier in the week when former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher publicly apologized to Salah on CBS Sports. Carragher had described Salah as a “disgrace” during Monday Night Football, comments that drew widespread attention and criticism.
After Liverpool’s victory at the San Siro, Slot faced questions regarding Salah’s status from football pundit Clarence Seedorf on Amazon Prime. With Liverpool set to face Brighton in the Premier League this Saturday, it remains uncertain whether Salah will feature. If he misses that match, it could signal that his time at Anfield is coming to an end, particularly with the Africa Cup of Nations scheduled to start on December 15.
Speculation about Salah leaving Liverpool in the January transfer window has intensified, with Saudi Arabia frequently mentioned as a potential destination. However, the prospect of a move to Manchester United has caused shockwaves among fans and pundits alike.
On the podcast Rio Ferdinand Presents, co-host Ste Howson posed the question to Ferdinand about whether Manchester United should pursue Salah. While Ferdinand dismissed the idea of Salah joining United, he jokingly suggested making a public offer, highlighting the media frenzy such a move would generate.
Howson commented on the potential chaos: “I’d do it just for the riot it would cause,” while Ferdinand noted that Salah likely does not possess the same “Wazza” streak (a nod to Wayne Rooney’s rebellious streak) to provoke such a scenario. Their discussion appeared to be more tongue-in-cheek than a serious transfer proposal.
Realistically, a move to Manchester United seems extremely unlikely, given Salah’s legendary status at Liverpool and the strong loyalty he holds among Reds supporters. Furthermore, his playing style does not perfectly align with Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 system at Old Trafford.
At Liverpool, Salah’s record remains phenomenal. He has scored 250 goals in 420 appearances, cementing his place as one of the club’s all-time greats. However, this season has proven challenging for the Egyptian forward, with only five goals in all competitions, a sharp contrast to last season’s remarkable 34-goal haul.
As the January transfer window approaches, all eyes will remain on Anfield, with Salah’s future hanging in the balance and football fans worldwide eagerly awaiting the next twist in this captivating saga
