Mohamed Salah’s Actions Speak Volumes as Liverpool and Saudi Arabia Transfer Countdown Begins

As speculation continues surrounding Mohamed Salah’s future, Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp remain firm in their stance that he will stay with the club.

The Liverpool Echo reports that the relief at the AXA Training Centre was palpable as the transfer deadline of September 1 draws closer. Amid a flurry of updates about Salah’s future, Jurgen Klopp has declared the matter closed, stating in an interview with Sky Sports that the story hasn’t ended for him.

Klopp has dismissed rumors and reiterated Salah’s commitment to the club. Despite the unease caused by the approaching Saudi Arabian transfer deadline on September 7, Liverpool maintains that Salah is not for sale and no official bid has been received from Al-Ittihad, the Saudi Pro League champions.

Salah has been training as usual and his behavior suggests he is not agitating for a move. Sources close to Salah have remained tight-lipped, and his agent, Ramy Abbas, has been notably silent in recent days.

While there may be speculation about future moves, Liverpool would view a sale unfavorably, considering Salah’s importance to the club and its global fanbase. It’s possible that Al-Ittihad is preparing for a move in the future, recognizing that securing Salah’s signature within the European transfer window is unlikely.

Liverpool may face challenges in dealing with clubs from the Saudi Pro League, as they have been known to share information prematurely. The league’s officials seem eager to engage with journalists for early updates, potentially explaining the persistent Salah speculation.

In light of recent moves involving other Liverpool players, such as Henderson and Fabinho, the Saudi Pro League may perceive Liverpool as a club open to their transfer ambitions.

Klopp has historically been reluctant to keep players against their wishes, and the lure of lucrative wages in the Middle East could make Liverpool vulnerable to losing key players before official offers can be rejected.

However, Liverpool cannot afford to entertain the idea of selling Salah. With his integral role in their potent attacking lineup, his departure would be unthinkable for the club’s ambitions this season.

As the transfer deadline approaches, Liverpool will anxiously await its passing, knowing that Salah’s continued presence is crucial to their success.