Mohamed Salah’s long-term future at Liverpool is shrouded in uncertainty following reports that talks over a new Anfield contract have broken down.
Salah’s current deal is due to expire in June 2023, so time is of the essence in the Reds’ efforts to tie him down to fresh terms.
The Guardian has reported that talks have collapsed, and the 29-year-old won’t change his stance until Liverpool improve their offer.
The Egyptian would prefer to stay, but wouldn’t be against joining another Premier League club if he leaves.
Ramy Abbas, Salah’s agent, posted seven laughing emojis on Twitter on Friday after Jurgen Klopp said in a press conference that it was “Mo’s decision” and “the club did what it can do”.
The winger will be in the final year of his contract this summer, leaving them at risk of losing him on a free transfer in 2023 if they don’t cash in.
You can understand why Salah expects to be offered terms that he thinks reflect what he’s give to the club.
Since arriving at Anfield in 2017, the Egypt captain has won the Premier League, Champions League, Club World Cup and two Premier League Golden Boots, as well as breaking into Liverpool’s top 10 all-time top scorers.
Speculation around his future doesn’t seem to have impacted Salah's performances on the pitch, as he has 27 goals and 10 assists in 34 games in all competitions for the Reds this season.
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