Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah has dropped a strong suggestion that he'll remain at the club next season, following the appointment of Arne Slot as manager.
The 31-year-old forward was heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad last year, with a £150 million bid rejected by Liverpool. Despite scoring 25 goals in all competitions this season, Liverpool only managed to win the League Cup under departing manager Jurgen Klopp.
Taking to social media, Salah emphasized the importance of trophies. "We all know that trophies are what matter," he wrote. "We'll give everything to achieve that next season. Our fans deserve it, and we'll fight like hell to make it happen."
Salah enters the final year of his contract, and speculation surrounded his future after Al-Ittihad's failed bid. The Saudi league has seen a recent influx of high-profile players, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Karim Benzema.
The Egyptian forward also expressed gratitude to Klopp, who led Liverpool to Champions League, Club World Cup, and Premier League glory during their time together. "Sharing trophies and experiences with you over the past seven years has been amazing," Salah said. "Wishing you the best of luck, and hopefully our paths cross again."
Last month, a public disagreement between Salah and Klopp during a match raised questions about their relationship. However, Klopp confirmed the issue had been resolved in early May.
Liverpool finished the Premier League season in third, nine points behind champions Manchester City. This marked Salah's lowest league goal tally (18) since joining the club from Roma in 2017.
BBC Arabic's Emad Abdeljalil Offers Analysis
With Klopp's departure, many expected Salah to move on. However, his statements suggest a desire to win trophies with Liverpool. Abdeljalil believes Salah's achievements and status as a club legend make a stay more likely. He highlights the strong Egyptian fanbase supporting this decision.
While potential squad reinforcements under Slot could influence Salah's future, a January move to Saudi Arabia remains a possibility if he struggles to adapt to the new manager. The analyst also mentions the ease of obtaining visas for Egyptians in Saudi Arabia, potentially leading to a large and dedicated fanbase for Salah.