Mohamed Salah tipped for Saudi Arabia move as European sides sent key message
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesMohamed SalahMohamed Salah is tipped for a Saudi Arabia move as speculation grows, with European clubs reportedly sent a clear message about the Liverpool star’s future plansMarkus Babbel questions whether European clubs can afford Mohamed Salah (Image: Getty Images)Former Liverpool star Markus Babbel has said he is not surprised at Mohamed Salah's decision to leave Anfield this summer, while European suitors have reportedly been warned they may struggle to afford the Egyptian forward.Salah announced he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season after agreeing to waive the final year of his contract. He argued that Salah’s dip in form should have led to a quicker decision to remove him from the starting XI, also pointing to a noticeable lack of happiness under the Liverpool head coach as a key factor behind his inconsistent displays.Markus Babbel criticized Salah's performances this season(Image: Christof Koepsel/Bongarts/Getty Images)Criticizing Salah’s recent output and his decision to pursue a new challenge elsewhere, Babbel said: “I think it was the right decision.
He’s always been the player to make a difference, but we haven’t seen that much this season."I’m not sure if the relationship with Arne Slot was the best because it looks like he’s not too happy with the manager. I would’ve taken him out of the team earlier.”Despite his criticism of the current campaign, Babbel was quick to stress that Salah’s legacy at Liverpool remains unquestionable.
However, with the forward approaching the final stages of his time in England, attention is increasingly turning to the financial demands of his next move, and whether European clubs can realistically compete with his wage expectations.READ MORE: Rangers official admits club has 'discussed' Mohamed Salah next move after Liverpool exitREAD MORE: Liverpool considering moves for Yan Diomande and Denzel Dumfries in double summer swoopAssessing Salah’s long-term impact at Anfield and the possible direction of his future, the 53-year-old added: “But over the last 10 years, he has been an absolute superstar, but this season it has been very difficult for him. If he wants to earn a lot of money then Saudi makes sense, but I’m not sure many European sides can afford him.”Salah has four matches remaining to bring his nine-year illustrious Liverpool career to a close, with a push for the highest possible Premier League finish still on the agenda.The Egyptian forward recently opened the scoring in a 2-1 Merseyside derby win and will be determined to maintain that momentum before the summer transfer window.