“I received a lot of promises this summer, and so far I’ve been on the bench for three games, so I can’t say the promises have been kept. I’ve often said I had a good relationship with the coach, and suddenly, there’s no relationship anymore. I don’t know why, but I feel like someone at the club doesn’t want me anymore . ” Mohamed Salah’s strong words on Saturday night quickly went viral on the internet and social media. This public settling of scores surprised many in England, but it reflects the unease surrounding the Egyptian currently on Merseyside.
This media outburst comes at a very difficult time for the Reds, who had to settle for a draw against Leeds. Salah's comments are already causing division in England, with some supporting him while others believe he would have been better off remaining silent. One thing is certain: it's hard to imagine him staying at Anfield after all this… The player himself has clearly opened the door to a departure.
Saudi Arabia, the obvious choice?
Looking at Salah's potential destinations, one stands out: Saudi Arabia. Last summer, the Saudi Pro League made a move, but the 33-year-old striker decided to stay at Anfield. As journalist Fabrizio Romano points out , the Saudi league is still lurking in the shadows, ready to pounce and sign the Reds' number 11. It seems like a natural fit, as the PIF would be thrilled to have an Arab superstar in its league. In recent days, various media outlets have also mentioned the possibility of him joining MLS, with the new San Diego franchise, which just completed its inaugural season in the North American league, being the top choice. San Diego could also offer Salah compelling arguments in terms of salary and quality of life.
And what about staying in Europe? Signing with another Premier League club seems highly unlikely, at least based on the information currently available. Elsewhere on the continent, and despite past interest from clubs like FC Barcelona, no one seems interested yet, especially since the player's wages, exceeding €20 million annually, will surely be a deterrent for many clubs. This is particularly true given that the current trend among Europe's top clubs is to recruit promising young players. It remains to be seen whether any clubs will seize the opportunity this winter, but it doesn't seem to be the case. The Turkish option, however, can be considered a bit more credible, and there's no doubt the Galatasaray rumor will resurface in the coming days. One thing is certain: Mohamed Salah will be the main player in the winter transfer window.
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