A saga surrounding the transfer of Mohamed Salah continues to take on dramatic contours, with Al-Ittihad reactivating its ambitious pursuit of the Egyptian star. Following the surprising announcement of his departure, the Saudi Pro League team is determined to make Salah the new face of its project. In September 2023, Al-Ittihad saw a £150 million bid rejected, but now, with the situation evolving, the Jeddah giants are ready to make a new approach.
According to information revealed by ESPN, Al-Ittihad feels an urgent need to fill the colossal void left by the controversial transfer of its star forward, Karim Benzema, to rivals Al-Hilal in February 2026. Currently sitting in sixth place in the domestic league, the team sees Salah as the ideal catalyst for a sporting renaissance.
Salah confirmed his imminent departure on Tuesday, announcing that he will leave Anfield at the end of the 2025-26 season. Despite having signed a contract extension previously, a mutual agreement was reached, allowing the player to leave the club on a free transfer. This exit plan is a way to honor Salah’s legendary nine years of service in Merseyside, during which he scored an impressive 255 goals in 435 matches. This remarkable feat places him as the third highest scorer in Liverpool’s history, concluding a historic cycle that yielded eight trophies, including two Premier League titles.
Recently, Salah’s form has shown a slight decline, culminating in a public dispute after he was placed on the bench. In an outburst of frustration, the player accused the club of “throwing him under the bus.” The growing tensions with coach Arne Slot may have accelerated his departure, as Salah is now yearning for a new challenge abroad.
Meanwhile, Al-Qadsiah emerges as the only immediate threat, being the only Saudi club capable of competing with Al-Ittihad’s lucrative offer. On the other hand, sources indicate that Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, and Al-Ahli are not actively monitoring the player’s situation.
Mohamed Salah leaves behind a modern legacy in English football, but his next destination promises to reshape the landscape of the Saudi Pro League. Al-Ittihad, desperately seeking a transformative superstar to regain its dominance, sees the signing of the Egyptian icon as a colossal signal of global intent. Anticipation and tension are at their peak as fans eagerly await the unfolding of this exciting chapter in Salah’s career.
This article first appeared on Apito Final.
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