Mohamed Salah has been Liverpool’s defining figure for nearly a decade, delivering goals, records, and unforgettable moments. But at 33, the 2025/26 season has marked a turning point. Once an automatic starter, he has recently found himself on the bench, prompting new questions about his future at Anfield.
Liverpool extended his contract earlier this year, but speculation has never faded. Saudi Pro League clubs—particularly Al Hilal and Al-Qadsiah—remain interested, with reports suggesting that Liverpool rejected a £100 million offer for him just months ago. If a similar bid arrives in 2026, Salah could become the most expensive signing in the league’s history, surpassing Neymar’s £77.6 million move to Al Hilal in 2021.
The Saudi Pro League has already transformed the global transfer market. Major deals, such as Malcom, Moussa Diaby, Mateo Retegui, and Jhon Duran, show the league’s ambition to compete financially with Europe. Former Liverpool players like Darwin Nunez and Fabinho have also contributed to the league’s rising profile.
Within Liverpool’s fanbase, opinions differ. Some believe the club should accept £50-60 million if offered in January, while others insist Salah should only be sold for a record-breaking fee. His age, form, and influence all factor into a complicated decision for the club.
Salah’s legacy at Liverpool is immense—from his arrival from Roma to the goals that defined an era. Now he faces a potential career-defining choice: stay and continue shaping Liverpool’s future, or pursue a new challenge in Saudi Arabia with significant financial and sporting implications.
Whatever happens next, Salah remains a global icon whose next move will resonate far beyond Anfield
