Transfer Saga Heats Up as Liverpool Rejects Saudi Bid for Mohamed Salah
Friday, 23 January 2026 | 14:47
Author: Arif S

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The issue of Mohamed Salah's move has heated up again, and as before, Saudi Arabian clubs have emerged as suitors. Liverpool are reported to have received an offer from a Saudi Pro League club to sign the star in this January transfer window. However, The Reds have chosen to take a firm stance; Salah is not for sale.
Speculation about Salah's future has surfaced amid changing dynamics at Anfield. The Egyptian attacker was not a regular starter for manager Arne Slot in several matches. This situation raised questions about his role in Liverpool's new era.
The situation intensified after Salah made a statement in a media interview, increasing uncertainty about his career continuation at Merseyside.
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Nevertheless, Salah's position on the pitch hasn't been entirely displaced. After completing his duty with the Egyptian National Team at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, he immediately returned to strengthen Liverpool.
Salah played the full 90 minutes when The Reds defeated Marseille in the Champions League—a signal that his role remains significant at the highest level.
Mirror reports that Liverpool have received an official offer from a Saudi Arabian club wanting to sign Salah and complete the transfer this month.
However, this report was quickly countered by other English media. The Telegraph states that Liverpool flatly rejected the proposal, affirming the club's desire to retain one of their modern icons.
Saudi clubs' interest doesn't stop at Salah. The same media reports that Vinicius Junior is also on their target list. This signals the Saudi Pro League's grand ambition to keep attracting world-class players to their competition.
Since joining Liverpool in 2017, Mohamed Salah has become one of the symbols of the club's success.
He has recorded 422 appearances across all competitions with 250 goals. This record places him among Anfield legends.
With Liverpool, Salah has delivered nine trophies, including the 2018/2019 Champions League title.
Amidst the strong interest from Saudi Arabia and Liverpool's internal dynamics, one thing remains clear: Salah is still a valuable asset not ready to be let go.
At least for now, The Pharaoh's story at Anfield has not reached its final chapter.










