Mohamed Salah has officially announced his departure from Liverpool at the end of this season, concluding what many regard as the greatest individual chapter in the club’s modern history. The 33-year-old shared an emotional video message with supporters around the world, describing Liverpool as more than a football club and expressing his undying affection for the city and its people. He will leave on a free transfer this summer, having scored 255 goals in 435 appearances during his nine years at Anfield.
Salah joined Liverpool from AS Roma in 2017 for a fee of £34 million, a signing that would prove to be one of the greatest pieces of business in Premier League history. He rapidly established himself as the division’s most dangerous forward, winning the Golden Boot four times and completely redefining what a wide attacker could achieve in terms of goal output. His record places him third on Liverpool’s all-time scoring list, behind only Ian Rush and Roger Hunt.
The financial terms of his departure reflect the realities of his enormous contract, which is worth approximately £500,000 per week. A free transfer suits both the player and the club, allowing Salah to enter a new chapter without financial complications. His agent has confirmed that no decision has been reached on his future, with the Saudi Pro League and top European clubs all believed to be monitoring the situation carefully.
The trophy haul Salah accumulated during his Liverpool career is remarkable by any standard. Two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the FA Cup, the Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, and two League Cups represent a legacy of collective achievement that few players enjoy. On a personal level, his three PFA Player of the Year awards and four Golden Boot trophies confirm his status as one of the finest players of his generation.
Despite a challenging season that included a very public disagreement with manager Arne Slot, Salah has continued to produce moments of brilliance for Liverpool. His goal against Galatasaray last week made him the first African player to score 50 Champions League goals, a fitting landmark for a player of his stature. Liverpool have promised a full farewell celebration at Anfield, ensuring that the supporters who have cheered him on for nearly a decade can give him the send-off he truly deserves.