Mo Salah Remains Red As Saudi Window Closes

In a football world that’s ever-evolving, stability sometimes becomes the crux of a club’s success. And for Liverpool, that stability is epitomised in their star player, Mohamed Salah. Following an inundation of speculation and rumour, it has now been confirmed: Salah is set to remain with Liverpool this season, even in the face of substantial offers from abroad.

The prolific forward, responsible for the lion’s share of goals for the Reds over the past five seasons, has been a central pillar since his illustrious move from AS Roma. His significance to Jurgen Klopp’s team strategy and Liverpool’s successes on the pitch is undeniable.

🚨 Jadon Sancho isn’t joining Saudi Pro League before transfer deadline tonight. 23yo admired but move not happening. Same applies for Mohamed Salah but #SPL interest in 31yo remains for future + good relations between all parties @TheAthleticFC #MUFC #LFC https://t.co/HLIohXmSna

— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) September 7, 2023

Yet, when the Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad threw in a whopping £150 million bid for the Egyptian sensation, who celebrated his 31st birthday this June, there was an unmistakable stir. Many questioned: Could this be the end of Salah’s chapter at Anfield?

Media Speculation vs Reality

It’s no revelation that in the realm of football, media speculations often take a life of their own. Notwithstanding the bold bid from Al-Ittihad, and with the Saudi transfer window’s curtain set to fall at 10pm on Thursday, media outlets, including Sky Sports, perpetuated rumours of an imminent second offer.

However, refuting such conjecture, The Athletic’s David Ornstein has cleared the air. The verdict? Salah isn’t departing Anfield anytime soon. Emphasising this, Ornstein stated, “a transfer won’t be happening.”

Though Salah’s immediate future seems rooted in Liverpool, there are murmurs about prospective interests from the Saudi Pro League, especially clubs buoyed by the royal family’s Public Investment Fund. As per Ornstein:

“Although he won’t be moving anywhere tonight, well-documented interest in Salah remains for a potential future move and there are good relations between all parties.”

The debate isn’t merely about hefty sums of money, as massive as they may be. While there was chatter about Al-Ittihad potentially tabling an unprecedented £200 million for Liverpool’s No. 11, the rationale of holding onto their fifth-greatest goalscorer superseded. This sentiment was further amplified post the Premier League transfer window’s conclusion.

With Al-Ittihad’s initial overture of £100 million, complemented by a prospective £50 million in bonuses, being rebuffed prior to England’s deadline day, Liverpool’s stance remains crystal clear: Salah is invaluable.

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Experts say Liverpool have a 20-year-old player who’s actually worth the same as Moises Caicedo nowPhoto by George Wood/Getty Images

Experts say Liverpool have a 20-year-old player who’s actually worth the same as Moises Caicedo now

Thu 7 September 2023 10:00

James Brooke

Liverpool already have a player of equivalent value to former transfer target Moises Caicedo.

Caciedo opted to join Chelsea in a break-neck transfer saga this summer. Despite Liverpool having a £111m bid accepted by Brighton, the Ecuadorian chose to join the Blues instead.

But despite their failure to land a big-money target, Reds fans shouldn’t be too upset. That’s because according to latest valuations from the CIES Football Observatory, Harvey Elliott is just as valuable as Caicedo.

Moises Caicedo

Although the Chelsea man cost an eventual £115m not a month ago, CIES rate him as being a £52m talent. Exactly the same as Elliott.

We’re not saying that we’d rather have one over the other or anything like that, they’re different players. But it’s interesting nonetheless.

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Elliott earns Caicedo comparison

When assessing Liverpool’s new-look midfield, Elliott might fairly feel that he’s been overlooked a little.

He clearly still has a part to play. The 20-year-old’s four appearances in the four Premier League games so far would suggest as much. He’s done well every time, too.

But with four shiny new players in his position, Elliott suddenly finds himself with plenty to prove.

Harvey Elliott

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With challenges ahead though, don’t expect the former Fulham youngster to wilt and hide. He’s a head-strong young man who simply wants to succeed at Liverpool.

Given his self-made label as a ‘fan on the pitch,’ it can be easy to forget just how good Elliott is. Those in the game know it and if the Reds decided to sell him on, you can bet that all of the big boys would be interested.

Having signed him for a nominal fee four years ago, Liverpool would stand to make an enormous profit in that scenario. But although his value is high, that isn’t something the Reds should entertain.

Brighton had little choice but to move Caicedo on in the end. CIES’ report shows just how much Chelsea overpaid on him. Even as Elliott develops it feels unlikely that he’d ever reach the £100m+ bracket. Nevertheless, you feel this value can still shoot even higher.

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