Mohamed Salah Transfer Decision Made in Liverpool and Saudi Arabia Twist

Liverpool faces a pivotal decision on Mohamed Salah's future amid ongoing speculation linking him to Saudi Arabia, but recent events have forced the club to put any potential transfer on hold until summer.

Salah, Liverpool's most consistent goalscorer, is currently away at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and expected back by mid-January at the latest. His situation intensified after contentious comments about his playing time under manager Arne Slot, prompting debates on whether to cash in during the January window if a "ridiculous offer" arrives from Saudi clubs.[1]

However, a major twist emerged with Alexander Isak's injury—a broken leg sidelining the Newcastle star for two-to-three months. This has changed everything for Liverpool, who sit fourth in the Premier League with 32 points as of December 30, aiming for Champions League qualification. Experts like Mark Ogden argue the club cannot afford to lose Salah now, regardless of his feelings toward Slot, as Isak's absence (best-case return early March) leaves them short on firepower.[1]

"Two weeks ago... I would have said that Liverpool should be prepared to let him go in January if they receive a ridiculous offer from Saudi Arabia. But the subsequent injury to Alexander Isak changes everything."
— Mark Ogden, ESPN[1]

Slot has confirmed he and Salah have "moved on" from the Leeds interview fallout. Pundit Gabriele Marcotti emphasizes Salah's contract: he stays unless he loses his starting spot, which seems unlikely with Isak out. Salah, never motivated purely by money (he rejected summer free-agent moves), prioritizes regular play.[1]

The Saudi saga continues, with massive offers rumored, but Liverpool's January priorities shift to squad depth amid the "Salah saga." No sale now—his future resolves in summer, bolstering their title defense with support from Hugo Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, Cody Gakpo, and Federico Chiesa.[1][2]

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