Salah slams Liverpool treatment, hints at Jan. exit

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Mohamed Salah has publicly confirmed that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the 2024/25 season, ending an era at Anfield.

In an exclusive interview, the 32-year-old Egyptian forward emphasized his goal to end his final season at Liverpool on a high note by winning the Premier League title, which remains his primary motivation: "I want to win this Premier League... as it will be my last year at the club. I want to give this special gift to the club and the city." Salah also reflected on Liverpool's 2020 title win, which was muted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, expressing hope for a proper celebration this time around.

Despite Salah’s confirmed exit, there remain complexities concerning his exact departure date. Liverpool manager Arne Slot announced that Salah is expected to leave by mid-December 2025 to join the Egyptian national team for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which takes place from December 21 to January 18, 2026. Salah may join Egypt's training camp by December 14 for pre-tournament friendlies, creating a significant scheduling conflict. This would cause Liverpool to lose their key forward during a critical and congested period involving Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup fixtures.

This early departure is a difficult blow for Liverpool, as it would coincide with an already challenging period needing stability under Slot's management. For Egypt, securing Salah early is crucial as they aim to win the AFCON title, a trophy Salah has never lifted despite a decorated international career.

On the pitch, Salah remains a vital player for Liverpool, albeit experiencing a dip in form this season. In his time at Liverpool since 2017, Salah has become one of the club's greatest scorers and most decorated players, having won multiple domestic and international trophies.

Salah’s contract officially expires in June 2025, allowing him to negotiate with other clubs from January 2025, sparking considerable interest from European and Middle Eastern teams.