The Intricacies of Salah’s Potential Move to Al-Ittihad: Graeme Souness Weighs In

A Tug of War Over Mohamed Salah

Liverpool found themselves at the centre of a transfer whirlwind as Saudi champions Al-Ittihad tabled a staggering £150 million bid for Mohamed Salah. While the Merseyside club promptly declined the offer, the silence from Salah and his agent, Ramy Abbas, has left many pondering the Egyptian forward’s next move.

Graeme Souness: The Voice of Reason

Football pundit Graeme Souness has been vocal about the situation, suggesting that Salah’s lack of a definitive stance could be a subtle nod towards a future in the Saudi Pro League. Souness points out that neither Salah nor his agent has publicly dismissed the idea of a move to Saudi Arabia. This, he believes, is a sign that Salah is at least contemplating the possibility of joining football giants like Cristiano Ronaldo and Jordan Henderson in new pastures.

The Saudi Influence in Football

Souness further elaborates on the growing Saudi interest in football, stating that their financial prowess could easily turn the tables in any transfer saga. “They’ve got the financial muscle to make things happen. If they really wanted Salah, they could even buy Liverpool to make the transfer a reality,” he said. This, according to Souness, is indicative of a new era where Saudi influence could become a significant factor in the Premier League’s future.

Ramy Abbas: The Silent Strategist

Earlier in August, Abbas had tweeted about Salah’s commitment to Liverpool, quashing rumours of a potential exit. However, the agent’s recent silence has only fuelled speculation. Is this a calculated move, or simply a case of ‘no news is good news’?

Jurgen Klopp: The Calm Amidst the Storm

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has maintained a composed outlook throughout the saga. When questioned about Al-Ittihad’s rejected bid, Klopp stated, “As far as I know, no offer has been made.” He remains focused on the upcoming season, emphasising that the strength of European leagues should be preserved.

What Lies Ahead?

As Al-Ittihad reportedly gears up to make an even more lucrative £200 million bid, the football world watches with bated breath. Will Salah stay, or will he become the next big name to venture into the Saudi Pro League? Only time will tell.