Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, the club has announced. The 33-year-old has reached an agreement with the Premier League team that will see him close a «remarkable» nine-year chapter at Anfield.
In a statement, Liverpool said: «Salah expressed his wish to make this announcement to the supporters at the earliest possible opportunity to provide transparency about his future due to his respect and gratitude for them.»
With a tally of 255 goals from 435 appearances, the Egypt international is third in the club’s all-time goalscoring chart behind Ian Rush and Roger Hunt. In a video featuring highlights of his time with Liverpool posted on X, Salah said: «Hello everyone. Unfortunately, the day has come.»
«This is the first part of my farewell. I will be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season,» Salah added emotionally, expressing his deep connection with the club, the city, and the fans.
Despite an amicable announcement, Salah’s relationship with the club hasn’t always been smooth sailing. In December, Salah spoke out about feeling «thrown under the bus» by the club, citing a breakdown in his relationship with head coach Arne Slot.
The club acknowledged Salah’s significant contributions, stating that he has firmly established himself as one of the greatest players in Liverpool’s history, playing a pivotal role in the team’s success over the years.
As Salah prepares to finish the season, Liverpool emphasized that it’s not the time to fully celebrate his achievements as he still has more to offer. In a heartfelt social media post, Salah thanked the fans for their unwavering support during tough times and expressed gratitude to everyone who has been part of his journey at the club.
Leaving Liverpool is a bittersweet moment for Salah, who described the club as his home and expressed his deep appreciation for the best time of his life spent there. In addition to his success at Liverpool, Salah also took on the role of Egypt’s national team captain in 2021.
During his time at Liverpool, Salah has clinched numerous titles, including two Premier League championships, a Champions League crown, an FA Cup, and two Carabao Cup trophies. His departure marks the end of an era at Anfield, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered by fans for years to come.
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