Salah at a crossroads: could a Saudi move redefine his Liverpool legacy?
10 February 2026
Transfer dynamics amid Salah's uncertain future
Reports suggest Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah, a Liverpool mainstay, is now exploring a move to a Saudi Pro League club this coming summer.
Despite numerous team and personal achievements since joining Liverpool in 2017, Salah is not enjoying his best form this season, following the controversy surrounding comments about the Dutch coach and club management ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
His return in front of goal has dropped compared with previous campaigns, with four goals in 17 Premier League appearances.
The current situation has reopened debate about Salah's future, as he remains under contract with Liverpool through the end of next season.
New reports link Salah with a move to the Saudi Pro League, joining a growing list of stars who went before him, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and Riyad Mahrez.
Ramy Abbas, Salah's agent, is said to have initiated talks with Al-Ittihad to seal the proposed deal.
Fut Mercato reported that the exact value of the transaction was not disclosed, while a prior bid from Al-Ittihad was claimed to exceed 200 million pounds, according to Sky Sports.
It is noted that Al-Ittihad already lost two French stars in January: Karim Benzema to Al Hilal and N'Golo Kanté to Fenerbahçe, while Fabinho's contract expires in June. Musa Diaby has been linked with Inter.
Saudi giants need to strengthen to stay competitive, and signing Salah would represent the blockbuster coup fans have awaited.
Punchline 1: If Salah signs, the calendar won’t be the only thing that’s late—the rumor mill will be sprinting.
Punchline 2: Either way, Liverpool will still be chasing goals; they might have to chase them all the way to the Red Sea.
