Real Madrid Has 'Spot' for Mohamed Salah as Jurgen Klopp Speculation Continues

Amid ongoing transfer speculation surrounding Liverpool star Mohamed Salah, reports indicate that his agent actively offered the Egyptian forward to Real Madrid, particularly following Kylian Mbappé's knee injury on December 31, 2025, which sidelined the French star.[1][2][3]

Real Madrid held internal discussions at Valdebebas about the proposal, recognizing Salah's exceptional quality as a right winger to fill a temporary gap. However, the deal stalled due to high financial demands: a January loan until June was quoted at around 12 million euros (approximately 6 million euros net), deemed too costly for a short-term solution by the Spanish giants.[1][2] Madrid opted to avoid major spending in January, focusing instead on existing options like shifting Vinícius Júnior forward.[3]

Salah, whose contract with Liverpool runs until 2027, has been a key player despite past internal tensions and uncertainty over his role under manager Jurgen Klopp. Recent improvements in his relationship with the coaching staff have seen him return to regular starts, but Liverpool is reportedly exploring exit scenarios, including loans, as a permanent January sale proves complicated.[1]

Interest extends beyond Madrid. AS Roma eyes a potential re-signing next summer, though financial hurdles make a January move unlikely. Liverpool has also been linked with offering Salah to Roma, but fiscal constraints persist.[3][4] Saudi Pro League suitors have cooled their pursuit.[4]

Meanwhile, Liverpool has put replacement plans for Salah on hold, prioritizing urgent issues like Ibrahima Konaté's contract uncertainty and Conor Bradley's injury.[5] No decision on Salah's future has been finalized, with speculation tying into Klopp's long-term vision amid his contract situation.

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