After months of speculation, Mohamed Salah has officially signed a two-year contract extension with Liverpool.
The 32-year-old Egyptian forward’s new deal puts to rest one of the club’s major contract concerns, ensuring his future at Anfield for at least two more seasons.
Salah has been with Liverpool since 2017, and his commitment to the club has been a topic of much debate, especially with reported interest from Saudi Arabian clubs.
Salah’s Joy at Signing the Deal
In an emotional statement on Liverpool’s official website, Salah expressed his excitement about continuing his journey with the club. “I’m very excited,” he said.
“We have a great team now, just like we’ve always had. I signed because I believe we have a chance to win more trophies and truly enjoy my football.”
Salah went on to reflect on his time with Liverpool, describing his eight years at the club as the best of his career.
“I’ve enjoyed my life here, and I’ve had my best years. I’m really happy to be here, and I hope to be part of the team for many more years, maybe even 10.”
Looking Ahead to More Success
Salah also shared his hope for more success with Liverpool.
He emphasized his desire to continue winning major trophies with the club, expressing his gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support.
“Keep supporting us, and we’ll do our best to bring more success to the club,” he said.
Salah’s renewal comes after a period of intense rumors, particularly regarding his potential move to the Saudi Pro League.
Virgil van Dijk’s Situation Also Looking Positive
Salah’s contract extension could be a sign of good things to come for Liverpool, as Virgil van Dijk, the team’s captain, has also hinted that a new deal for him might be on the horizon.
The Dutch defender recently mentioned that progress is being made on his contract talks and suggested that a resolution would be reached soon.
While nothing is official yet, it seems likely that Van Dijk will follow Salah’s lead and sign a new two-year deal.
Saudi Arabian Interest in Salah
Salah’s future had been the subject of intense speculation, especially with interest from Saudi Arabian clubs.
Last year, Al Ittihad made a massive £150million offer to Liverpool, which was swiftly rejected.
Despite this, the Saudi Pro League has continued to pursue Salah, hoping to bring him to the league when his contract with Liverpool was set to expire in the summer of 2025.
However, with Salah now committed to Liverpool for at least two more years, the Saudi clubs will have to look elsewhere for their marquee signings.
Alexander-Arnold’s Future Also Uncertain
While Salah’s future is now secure, there is still uncertainty around the future of Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The right-back has been linked with a potential move to Real Madrid, who are reportedly in talks to sign him on a free transfer this summer.
Nothing is confirmed yet, but Real Madrid is confident they will secure his signature, and Alexander-Arnold is expected to return to fitness from an ankle injury in the coming weeks.
What’s Next for Liverpool?
With Salah’s future now settled, all eyes will be on the upcoming transfer window, where Liverpool’s plans to strengthen the squad will likely take shape.
As the club continues to focus on securing more key players for the future, Salah’s commitment provides a major boost to the team’s ambitions in both domestic and European competitions.