TMohamed Salah’s future is starting to take shape after it was confirmed that he would leave Liverpool at the end of the 2025-26 season. His name has been linked with MLS on several occasions, but the latest reports suggest the Egyptian’s destination will be far away from the United States.
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For months, teams such as the Chicago Fire and San Diego FC have been floated as potential candidates for the winger. However, both clubs are said to have denied that possibility.
San Diego’s case is one of the sports models, where franchises believe it is unrealistic to hire highly paid superstars as franchise players. Chicago also has no interest in pursuing him, despite previous rumors.
Still, not everything is shut down within the league. New York City FC appear to be one of the few teams who have not ruled out considering the option, although there has been no concrete progress so far.
Liverpool’s departure marks a turning point
Salah’s decision to leave Liverpool surprised many, especially as the Egyptian had just renewed his contract. His departure brings to an end a historic period at Anfield, where he became one of the club’s great idols.
His influence was comprehensive, with his titles, scoring record and constant influence on his team’s attacking play establishing him as one of the greatest figures of the past decade in European football.
Saudi Arabia is the most likely candidate
Although MLS is on the decline, the Saudi Pro League appears to be the strongest arena for his future.
Clubs such as Al Ittihad had already tried to sign him in 2023 with an offer of nearly $200 million, but they are looking to sign him again. Additionally, other teams such as Al Qadisia have also been linked recently.
The situation favors the Saudi league. They are looking for a new big name following the departure of Karim Benzema and Salah is the right fit, both in sport and in the media, especially in terms of his global influence and relevance to the Islamic world.
Notes from close aides
Despite the rumors, those close to the player remain cautious. His agent, Ramy Abbas, has publicly asked him not to make any transfer decisions, insisting that no decision has been made yet.
This leaves the stage open, but there is a clear trend. Europe is behind, MLS is on the back foot and Saudi Arabia is in the lead.
Salah’s future has entered a decisive stage. And, as has been the case throughout his career, his every step will once again shake up the world football market.
