Mohamed Salah’s reign as the king of Anfield has officially come to an end after the Egyptian forward confirmed his departure from Liverpool at the end of this season. The announcement was delivered through a heartfelt social media video in which Salah spoke movingly about his connection with Liverpool and the people who have made his nine years there so special. His free transfer exit this summer marks the end of a chapter that brought glory, joy, and countless unforgettable memories to millions of supporters around the world.
Salah arrived at Liverpool from Roma for £34 million in 2017 and rapidly established himself as the most lethal forward in English football. His 255 goals in 435 appearances rank him third on the club’s all-time scoring list, behind only the iconic figures of Ian Rush and Roger Hunt. Four Premier League Golden Boots and three PFA Player of the Year awards confirm a level of sustained individual excellence that is virtually unmatched in the history of the league.
His contract at Liverpool is worth approximately £500,000 per week, making the free transfer arrangement the most sensible financial resolution for all involved. His agent, Ramy Abbas Issa, confirmed that no future destination has been chosen, generating enormous excitement in the global transfer market. Saudi Arabia and the leading clubs of Europe are all expected to be aggressively involved in the chase for Salah’s signature as the summer window approaches.
The honours Salah accumulated during his time at Liverpool reflect both his individual brilliance and the collective strength of the club during his tenure. Two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, the FA Cup, and two League Cups were all secured with Salah at the heart of Liverpool’s best performances. His recent 50th Champions League goal against Galatasaray, a record for any African player in the competition, was a final, breathtaking statement of his enduring quality.
Liverpool have committed to giving Salah the royal send-off his career deserves, with a formal farewell event planned at Anfield before the season ends. The tributes from teammates and supporters have already begun to flow, with Andy Robertson leading the way by declaring Salah the greatest ever Liverpool player and praising his unmatched dedication to the game. As the Egyptian king prepares to leave Anfield, he does so with the gratitude and admiration of an entire footballing community that is privileged to have witnessed his extraordinary reign.