Mohamed Salah was expensive to keep but Liverpool couldn’t afford to lose him
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Why Liverpool couldn’t afford to let Mohamed Salah leave
- Mohamed Salah signed a new contract with Liverpool after a period of uncertainty, ending speculation about his future.
- Liverpool's quiet approach to negotiations ultimately proved successful, despite Salah's occasional public expressions of frustration.
- Salah's recent dip in form highlighted his importance to the team, prompting Liverpool to offer a new deal despite their reluctance to give long contracts to older players.
- The new contract will keep Salah at Liverpool until he is 35, allowing him to potentially reach 300 goals for the club.
- Salah's decision to stay reflects his commitment to Liverpool, his recognition of the team's quality, and the positive relationship he has with manager Arne Slot.