The Mohamed Salah soap opera takes a new turn. After Liverpool’s victory against Southampton (3-2), where he scored twice, the Egyptian striker expressed his disappointment about his future with the club. “It’s almost December and I haven’t received any offers to extend. I’m probably closer to leaving than staying,” he told NBC.
Under contract until June 2025, Salah, 32, remains a key element of the Reds, as evidenced by his status as top scorer this season with 10 goals in the Premier League. However, his bitterness is palpable: “I’m disappointed, of course. I love this club and its supporters, but ultimately it’s not in my hands. “I’m focusing on the season and the goal of winning the Premier League and the Champions League.”
Liverpool face a crucial dilemma
The absence of discussions for an extension casts doubt on the strategy of Liverpool leaders. With several executives at the end of their contracts (including Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk), the question arises: can the Mersey club afford to lose a player as decisive as Salah, who is part of the elite world since his arrival in 2017? With Liverpool currently dominating the championship, this issue could disrupt a hitherto exemplary season.