The possible moves Liverpool can consider after Mohamed Salah's public fallout with Arne Slot and transfer interest from abroad
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Liverpool at Vitality Stadium on January 24, 2026 in Bournemouth, England.
Mohamed Salah has a lot to consider this season(Image: Michael Steele/Getty Images)
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Mohamed Salah has returned from AFCON duty, but rumours continue to swirl around the Liverpool winger's future at Anfield.
The Egyptian's career with the Reds looked to be on the ropes earlier this season following a public row with Arne Slot after he was left out of Liverpool's starting XI. However, the Dutch boss confirmedthat peace talks were held and that the pair are back on good terms, potentially changing the winger's future.
However, with the results continuing to go against Slot in the Premier League, the club's hierarchy may be considering bids for some of their more senior stars, including Salah.
As it stands, Slot remains in charge, and Salah has been reintroduced to the matchday squad. But as shown previously, this could all change in a flash - and where would that leave one of Anfield's most recent heroes? Here, the ECHOlooks at the potential options for the modern-day Reds icon...
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January move
Salah's future was in the balance following his fallout with Slot. He accused the club of "throwing him under the bus" after being benched for three consecutive games.
The Egyptian also stated his relationship with the manager had broken down, leading to his name being omitted from Liverpool's squad to face Inter Milan.
This situation was quickly sorted, with Slot insisting that there was "no issue to resolve." When asked about Salah, the manager said: "For me, he's now the same as any other player."
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool reacts after a missed chance during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between Olympique de Marseille and Liverpool FC at Stade de Marseille on January 21, 2026 in Marseille, France.
A move this month doesn't appear to be materialising (Image: Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
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When pressed further on a potential move from the club this month, Slot added: "I think you already know the answer to that." A transfer in January is therefore unlikel,y but nothing can be fully ruled out in football.
Saudi transfer in the summer
A move to Saudi Arabia seems the most likely alternative for Salah if he doesn't want to stay at Liverpool. In 2023, the Reds rebuffed a massive £150million bid for the winger from Al-Ittihad, and it would be no surprise if the club are still interested.
In December 2025, Sky Sports reported that the door is not closed on Salah making a move to the Saudi Pro League, with Al Hilal also previously showing interest.
However, it's understood that the SPL sides would need a clear indication from the player that he wants a move elsewhere before a bid is submitted.
A dejected Hugo Ekitike of Liverpool after the 3-2 loss during the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Liverpool at Vitality Stadium on January 24, 2026 in Bournemouth, England.
A move to Saudi in the summer could be on the cards(Image: Shaun Brooks - CameraSport via Getty Images)
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Salah was set to head to Saudi Arabia this summer before signing a contract extension in April last year to keep him at the club until 2027. SPL clubs may want to test Liverpool's resolve before the season's end, but it is increasingly likely that any move will happen before the 2026/27 campaign.
Fulfils contract
Currently, Salah is under contract with Liverpool until the summer of 2027, with the winger reportedly earning around £350,000 a week. By the time this contract runs out, Salah will be nearly 35 and potentially considering stepping back from football altogether.
The supporters' clear passion and love for the Egyptian could tempt him to run his contract - and the rest of his career - out with the club. But more money and a change of scenery could also be available.
Sack Arne Slot
Arne Slot manager / head coach of Liverpool reacts during the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Liverpool at Vitality Stadium on January 24, 2026 in Bournemouth, England.
Could another face at Anfield be on the way out instead?(Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)
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Premier League fans may look to a similar situation with Kobbie Mainoo and Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. Under Amorim, the academy star had been limited to fewer than 180 minutes all season, with zero league starts.
However, since interim boss Michael Carrick took over, Mainoo has started both games and played the full 90 minutes in both. He has claimed two wins and covered more distance on the pitch than anyone else in victories against Manchester City and Arsenal.
Could the situation be the same for Salah under Slot if he is relieved of his duties before the end of the season? Last season, the winger played 4,501 minutes and scored 34 goals, recording 23 assists to help Liverpool win the Premier League title.
So far this campaign, Salah has been limited to five goals and five assists in 1,768 minutes of action. Would a new manager unlock the goalscoring prowess he has demonstrated over a number of years for the Reds? Currently, there is no indication that Slot is close to being sacked, and he remains at the helm.