Liverpool reach verdict on Mo Salah’s future

Liverpool are determined to retain Mohamed Salah at Anfield until the end of his contract, despite mounting speculation about his future and his surprising exclusion from the Champions League squad for Tuesday’s clash with Inter Milan. The decision to leave Salah out of the travelling party was made jointly by manager Arne Slot and the Liverpool board amid ongoing tensions between the player and the coaching staff.

 

The 33-year-old, who has been central to Liverpool’s success for nearly a decade, now finds himself on the fringes during one of the club’s most turbulent periods in recent memory. However, according to The Athletic, the club has no plans to sell Salah and intends for him to remain at Liverpool until his contract expires in 2027.

 

Despite the off-field issues, Liverpool’s position remains firm. Fenway Sports Group (FSG) is determined to keep Salah and see him through the remainder of his contract, valuing him not just for his contributions on the pitch but also for his role in maintaining the club’s global image and commercial appeal, even as his playing role under Slot becomes more complicated.

 

Salah’s omission follows a series of public and private clashes with Slot, including his explosive post-match comments after the 3-3 draw with Leeds United, where he claimed certain figures at the club had “thrown him under the bus.” Insiders suggest Liverpool’s leadership continues to back Slot while aiming to manage the situation carefully to avoid further disruption in the dressing room.

 

Meanwhile, interest from the Saudi Pro League, particularly Al-Hilal, has resurfaced amid the standoff. Whether the situation will be resolved amicably remains uncertain, but one fact is clear: Liverpool are not ready to let one of the modern era’s most iconic players leave quietly.