Liverpool news as Mohamed Salah exit 'likely' and transfer claim made
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Liverpool faces major summer transfer decisions with Mohamed Salah's Anfield exit "increasingly likely" according to BBC Sport, while Curtis Jones could attract renewed interest from Inter Milan with his contract expiring in 2027Mohamed Salah could leave Liverpool in 2026(Image: Getty Images)Regardless of how Liverpool's season concludes, significant decisions will need to be made this summer.Despite a disappointing defense of their Premier League title, the Reds can still salvage a successful campaign, as they remain in the running for both the FA Cup and Champions League. Securing a spot in Europe's premier competition looks set to be a nail-biting affair as they vie with Chelsea, Manchester United and Aston Villa for the coveted positions.After a summer spending spree that amounted to around $600 million, the Reds still have plenty of business to conduct in the forthcoming transfer window.READ MORE: Ex-Liverpool man explains why he wouldn't have liked playing next to Mohamed SalahREAD MORE: Jamie Carragher clarifies Fernando Torres and Hugo Ekitike comparison after Liverpool verdictIn addition to new arrivals, with the Reds needing to strengthen their wing options, there could also be a number of departures, with Mohamed Salah's future continuing to spark speculation - despite the Egyptian penning a new contract last year.Amid the 33-year-old's latest comments on his future, Liverpool.com also examines the possibility of the Reds losing another player for a bargain price.Salah transfer latestIt's been quite the reversal for Salah at Anfield following his December outburst, where his immediate Liverpool career was thrown into jeopardy after he was benched for three consecutive matches.Over two months since blaming the club for making him a scapegoat for its difficulties and stating that he and Slot had "no relationship," the Egyptian has regained favor under the Dutch manager, with less than 18 months remaining on his contract.But according to BBC Sport, a summer departure is "increasingly likely," marking the end of the 33-year-old's distinguished stint in Liverpool.
Salah has long been on the radar of several Saudi Pro League teams, while a move to the MLS is also a possibility.Yet, any potential exit hinges on Salah's substantial wage demands. As Liverpool's top earner, it would undoubtedly require a hefty offer to facilitate his Anfield exit.Jones transfer updateDespite being the only Scouser in the squad, Jones was reportedly on the brink of leaving his childhood club during the final days of the January transfer window due to interest from Inter Milan.
Like Salah, his contract also expires in the summer of 2027.Curtis Jones has a battle to break into the England squad again for the summer(Image: Getty Images)Although he stayed put at the club, his playing time dwindled in matches against Manchester City and Sunderland, where he clocked up just 20 minutes combined.Still yet to transition from a squad player to a regular starter, the 25-year-old might start contemplating his future.According to Corriere dello Sport, his contract situation is likely to prompt Inter to launch a fresh bid for his signature at a reduced fee.Jones earned his England senior debut last year but has since slipped down the pecking order in recent squads owing to limited regular football at club level.The ambition to revive his international prospects may lead him to contemplate a move away, though it's uncertain whether Liverpool would sanction the sale of their academy graduate.