David Ornstein Drops Fresh Exit Claim on Mohamed Salah

Liverpool are planning to retain star forward Mohamed Salah until the end of his contract in June 2027, despite recent tensions with manager Arne Slot, according to a fresh update from reliable journalist David Ornstein of The Athletic[2][3][4].

Salah, currently shining at the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, has netted four goals in five matches, guiding Egypt to the semi-finals against Senegal. His standout performances include crucial strikes against Zimbabwe, South Africa, and a dramatic 3-2 quarter-final win over defending champions Ivory Coast, bringing his AFCON tally to 11 goals[2]. This international success has provided a distraction from the contract saga and his earlier public fallout with Slot.

The Egyptian winger's troubles at Anfield stemmed from a heated bust-up with Slot after being benched repeatedly. Salah publicly stated they had "no relationship," prompting Slot to hold talks that reinstated him before his AFCON departure[1]. Despite this reconciliation, Salah's form has dipped this season, with just five goals and four assists in 19 Premier League and Champions League games—down from 18 goals and 11 assists by January in the previous campaign[1].

Ornstein reports that Salah is fully expected to stay at Liverpool for the remainder of the 2025/26 season, with hopes that issues resolve and he completes his deal[2][3]. However, if tensions persist, the club may consider an early parting, potentially cashing in next summer with one year left on his contract—possibly to Saudi Arabia[3]. Liverpool are not prioritizing a replacement amid other priorities like Ibrahima Konate's uncertain future[5]. Slot will hope Salah returns refreshed and focused on silverware[2].

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