Mohamed Salah has announced his departure from Liverpool at the end of this season with a farewell video that mixed deep sadness with overwhelming gratitude for everything the club has given him. The 33-year-old Egyptian forward addressed the Liverpool faithful directly, acknowledging how deeply the club, the city, and its people have become intertwined with his life over nine unforgettable years. His exit on a free transfer this summer ends a chapter that many supporters will consider the finest era of football they have witnessed.
Salah’s nine-year Liverpool career has been defined by goals, trophies, and moments of individual brilliance that will live long in the memory. His 255 goals in 435 appearances make him the third-highest scorer in the club’s 134-year history, trailing only the iconic Ian Rush and Roger Hunt. He won four Premier League Golden Boots and three PFA Player of the Year awards, performances that confirmed him as the dominant attacking force in English football during his time at the club.
The free transfer arrangement reflects the practicalities of his contract, valued at approximately £500,000 per week. His agent, Ramy Abbas Issa, has remained tight-lipped on future plans, saying only that where Salah will play next remains unknown. The mystery has generated enormous excitement in the global transfer market, with Saudi Arabia and several major European leagues all believed to be preparing for an approach.
Despite a season disrupted by a public falling-out with manager Arne Slot in December, Salah has continued to deliver performances of real quality. His stunning goal against Galatasaray in the Champions League last week, registering his 50th in the competition and setting a new record for an African player, was a moment that reminded the world exactly who they are dealing with. Such performances have only added to the anticipation surrounding where he will take his talents next.
Liverpool have committed to giving Salah a proper farewell at Anfield, a celebration that reflects the size of his contribution to the club. Tributes have already poured in from teammates, with Andy Robertson’s emotional social media message capturing the love and respect that exists for Salah throughout the dressing room. His farewell video ended with a declaration that he would never walk alone, words borrowed from the club’s beloved anthem and delivered with a sincerity that brought tears to the eyes of fans around the world.