Liverpool Reject £150 Million Offer for Mohamed Salah

Liverpool have rejected a £150 million offer from Saudi Arabian side Al Ittihad for Mohamed Salah. After weeks of speculation, the Saudi Pro League club communicated a firm bid to Mike Gordon on Thursday evening, however, it was rejected by the Reds who are determined to keep hold of their star man this summer.

Al Ittihad’s Offer

Al Ittihad’s offer was worth a guaranteed £100 million, with a further £50 million worth of add-ons included. It remains to be seen whether they will return with an improved bid as they look to bring an Arab icon to a burgeoning league.

Liverpool Standing Firm

Liverpool are ready to stand firm, with the imminent closure of the Premier League transfer window presenting a major issue. Should they sell Salah beyond Friday’s transfer deadline, then the Reds would be unable to seek a replacement until January.

Klopp’s Comments

Klopp remained adamant that nothing had changed regarding his No. 11 when speaking at a press conference earlier on Friday morning. “The position remains the same, absolutely,” he said. “No doubt about that. We cannot [sell Salah]. That’s how it is. Nothing else to say.” When asked if an offer had been received, he replied: “Not as far as I know, but that doesn’t mean a lot, to be honest.”

Salah’s Contract

Salah’s Liverpool contract runs until summer 2025, having agreed a new deal worth a reported £350,000 per week last summer. The Egyptian international has been an integral part of Jurgen Klopp’s team since joining from Roma in 2017, scoring 91 goals in 146 appearances in all competitions.

Conclusion

It appears that Liverpool are determined to keep hold of Mohamed Salah and have rejected Al Ittihad’s offer of £150 million for the Egyptian international. With the Premier League transfer window closing on Friday, it looks like Salah will remain at Anfield for the foreseeable future.