Mohamed Salah has dealt a blow to Liverpool fans by announcing that this season will be his last at Anfield. The Egyptian forward made this revelation following Liverpool’s impressive 3-0 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford. His contract is set to expire at the end of the current season, and Salah hinted that there have been no discussions about a new deal.
The match was a great success for Liverpool, who were guided by their manager Arne Slot to a dominant win over their fierce rivals. Despite a slight hiccup early in the game when Trent Alexander-Arnold’s goal was disallowed by VAR due to Salah being offside in the build-up, Liverpool quickly regained control. Salah made up for this moment by delivering a perfect cross to the back post, where Luis Diaz was positioned to head the ball into the net. This goal came after Manchester United’s Casemiro lost possession in midfield, allowing Liverpool to capitalize on the error.
Salah and Diaz proved to be a formidable duo on the night, linking up once more before halftime. Salah found Diaz in the penalty box, and the Colombian forward calmly slotted the ball past Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, securing his second goal of the match. Salah’s contributions did not stop there, as he also found the back of the net with a left-footed shot from the edge of the area, catching Onana by surprise and adding to Liverpool’s lead.
After the match, Salah addressed the media and surprised fans by revealing his intention to leave the club at the end of the season. In an interview with Sky Sports, the 32-year-old expressed that he had enjoyed a positive summer and was in good spirits heading into what he views as his final year with Liverpool. He stated, “I had a good summer and tried to stay positive because, as you know, it’s my last year at the club.”
Salah’s remarks suggest that he does not anticipate renewing his stay at Liverpool, as he noted, “No one at the club has spoken to me about a new contract, so I’m approaching this as my last season.” His comments will undoubtedly be a disappointment to Liverpool supporters who have enjoyed watching him excel for the club over the years.
Salah has been a key player for Liverpool, known for his goal-scoring prowess and playmaking abilities. His performances have been instrumental in Liverpool’s successes, including their Premier League and Champions League triumphs in recent seasons. With his departure looming, Liverpool will face the challenge of finding a replacement who can replicate his influence on the pitch. As Salah prepares for his final season at Anfield, he will likely be eager to help Liverpool achieve more success before he moves on to the next chapter of his career.