Mohamed Salah Signs Two-Year Liverpool Contract Extension/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Mohamed Salah has signed a new two-year deal to remain at Liverpool, extending his stay into a decade-long tenure. The 32-year-old Egyptian forward, already a club legend, ends speculation about a move to Saudi Arabia. With Liverpool chasing another league title, Salah says he’s hungry for more trophies.
Salah Signs New Liverpool Deal: Quick Looks
- Salah extends his contract with Liverpool for two more years, taking his tenure potentially to 2027.
- The 32-year-old forward has scored 243 goals in 394 appearances, ranking third in club history.
- Ends months of transfer speculation, including a rumored $188 million move to Saudi Arabia.
- Salah: “I signed because I think we can win other trophies.”
- Liverpool manager Arne Slot confirmed the deal, praising club leadership and calling Salah “a player every team would want.”
- Salah’s current form is red-hot — 27 league goals this season, topping the Premier League scoring chart.
- Liverpool now holds an 11-point lead in the league as they chase a record-tying 20th title.
- Slot says the deal enhances Liverpool’s appeal in the transfer market.
- Trent Alexander-Arnold and Virgil van Dijk remain in contract talks; Van Dijk hinted an extension is close.
- Alexander-Arnold continues to be linked with Real Madrid, making his future less certain.
Mohamed Salah Signs Two-Year Liverpool Contract Extension
Deep Look
LIVERPOOL, England — Mohamed Salah is staying at Anfield — and Liverpool fans can breathe a sigh of relief.
On Friday, the Premier League-leading club announced that Salah has signed a new two-year contract, extending his stay through the end of the 2026-27 season. The 32-year-old Egyptian star, who joined Liverpool from AS Roma in 2017 for €42 million ($50 million), is now positioned to complete a full decade in red.
“We have a great team now… I signed because I believe we can win more big trophies together,” Salah said after signing.
Liverpool didn’t initially reveal the terms of the deal, but manager Arne Slot confirmed it was a two-year extension in a press conference, calling it a significant moment for the club.
A Club Legend Cemented
Salah’s impact at Liverpool is already legendary. With 243 goals in 394 appearances, he ranks third on the club’s all-time scoring list — behind only Ian Rush and Roger Hunt. He’s won seven major trophies, including the 2020 Premier League title and 2019 Champions League.
He’s also earned numerous personal accolades, including being a three-time Premier League Golden Boot winner and two-time Player of the Year.
His decision to stay comes despite persistent speculation linking him to a move to the Saudi Pro League, which included a reported $188 million bid in 2023. Salah’s public statements earlier this season even hinted at a departure.
Slot admitted the club had known “for some time” that Salah wanted to stay, adding:
“Mo Salah is such a great player that as a free agent he could go to any club in the world. But he stayed at our club.”
Big Boost for Liverpool’s Title Push
Salah’s league-leading 27 goals this season have propelled Liverpool to the top of the Premier League, where they hold an 11-point advantage. With six games left, the Reds are closing in on their 20th league title, which would match Manchester United’s record.
Salah made it clear he’s focused on more than just statistics:
“I’ve had my best years here… hopefully it’s going to be 10. I’m enjoying my football, and I believe in this team.”
Contract Implications and What’s Next
The new deal reportedly doesn’t include a pay cut, keeping Salah among Liverpool’s highest earners, with British media citing his current weekly wage at £350,000 ($460,000).
Slot emphasized the deal’s strategic importance, particularly in the transfer market:
“It gives a positive vibe… when one of your star players chooses to extend, it shows how ambitious this club is.”
Attention Turns to Van Dijk and Alexander-Arnold
- Van Dijk, 33, said this week that progress is being made, and a new deal may be imminent.
- Alexander-Arnold, 26, remains a transfer target for Real Madrid, and his long-term future is still unclear.
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