Mohamed Salah's true thoughts on Liverpool departure emerge after bombshell

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I will be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season."I wanted to start by saying that I never imagined how deeply this club, this city, these people would become part of my life. I want to thank everyone who was part of this club throughout my time here, especially the teammates past and present.Salah announced his impending departure on Tuesday(Image: Getty Images)"And to the fans, I don't have enough words.

The support you showed me through the best time of my career and you stood by me in the toughest times. You gave me the best time of my life.

I will be always one of you."This club will always be my home to me and to my family. Because of all of you, I will never walk alone."Liverpool had previously dismissed interest from Saudi Arabia during Jurgen Klopp's final season, but the threat re-emerged last term as Salah propelled the Reds toward a second Premier League title.The Egyptian's contract expired last summer, but Liverpool managed to secure his commitment with a lucrative two-year extension.However, with just over a year left on that deal, he will bid farewell to Anfield at the end of the season.It's widely anticipated that he'll depart as a free agent, with clubs from Saudi Arabia already mooted as potential destinations for the African icon.The MLS has also been suggested as a possible next stop for the prolific striker.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Mohamed SalahLiverpool FCSaudi Pro LeagueMLS