Mohamed Salah has announced that this will be his final season at Liverpool, following the team’s 3-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. This news comes as a shock to Liverpool fans, as Salah’s contract is set to expire at the end of the current season.
Liverpool’s manager, Arne Slot, would have been delighted with his team’s commanding display against their fierce rivals on Sunday evening, which extended their winning streak in the Premier League. The game saw Liverpool dominate Manchester United with a strong team performance that highlighted their attacking prowess.
Early in the match, Trent Alexander-Arnold thought he had put Liverpool ahead with a goal, but it was disallowed by VAR due to Salah being offside in the buildup. Despite this setback, Salah quickly redeemed himself by delivering a perfect cross to the back post. His pinpoint delivery allowed Luis Diaz to head the ball into the net after Casemiro lost possession in midfield.
The partnership between Salah and Diaz proved to be fruitful again before halftime. Salah skillfully found Diaz inside the box, and the Colombian forward calmly slotted the ball past Manchester United’s goalkeeper, Andre Onana, securing his second goal of the match. Liverpool went into halftime with a comfortable lead, thanks to the impressive link-up play between the two attackers.
Salah capped off his stellar performance by scoring a goal of his own, taking advantage of Manchester United’s defensive lapses. From the edge of the area, he unleashed a left-footed shot that caught Onana off guard, adding to the misery of the home team. His contributions—two assists and a goal—were instrumental in Liverpool’s victory at Old Trafford.
However, despite his standout performance, Salah shocked fans by revealing after the match that this would be his last season at Anfield. In a post-match interview with Sky Sports, the 32-year-old forward opened up about his future, stating, “I had a good summer and tried to stay positive because, as you know, it’s my last year at the club.”
Salah went on to explain that no discussions had taken place between him and Liverpool regarding a contract extension, leading him to believe that this would be his final season with the club. “No one at the club has spoken to me about a new contract, so I’m approaching this as my last season,” he added.
Salah’s announcement has left Liverpool supporters saddened, as he has been a crucial part of the team’s success in recent years. Since joining the club in 2017, Salah has become one of the most prolific forwards in the Premier League, breaking numerous records and helping Liverpool secure multiple trophies, including the Premier League title and the Champions League.
As Salah approaches what appears to be his final chapter at Liverpool, fans will no doubt hope that he continues to perform at the highest level, helping the team achieve more success before he departs at the end of the season.