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MLS Fever: Can Salah Be the Next NYCFC Signing?

25 March 2026

MLS Fever: Can Salah Be the Next NYCFC Signing?
Salah's potential move to NYCFC sparks MLS talk.

Salah and MLS: The Talk Heats Up

Fresh questions about Mohamed Salah's future have emerged after he announced his departure from Liverpool at season's end, prompting New York City FC President Brad Sims to weigh in.

Salah recently closed a nine-year golden era at Anfield, a period filled with trophies, and record numbers that cemented him as one of the club's all-time greats.

Brad Sims stated that he would love to sign Salah, but there have been no conversations with Salah or his representatives up to this point.

According to Sims, the most important factor is the player's own desire to join MLS and be in New York, and the club will not try to persuade anyone to come.

The emphasis is on finding players who truly want to be in New York.

Sims added that for established players the correct choice comes first, and that the club seeks stars who train seriously, treat teammates well, and contribute to a positive locker room culture.

Each case is studied carefully, not just chasing big names.

With the summer transfer window approaching, Salah's future, now 33, is among the hottest topics, with speculation about staying in Europe, moving to the Saudi league, or joining MLS.

And if Salah ends up in MLS, the line of fans queuing for autographs will be the only offside.

And if not, at least we get a funny meme about booking a flight to New York.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did the New York City FC president say about Salah's potential signing?

He said he would love to sign Salah but has not yet held talks with Salah or his representatives.

What does the article say about Salah's Liverpool future?

Salah's nine-year spell at Anfield is set to end at season's end.

What is NYCFC's stance on big-name players?

The club emphasizes genuine desire to be there and a positive locker-room culture over simply signing stars.