Exclusive: Liverpool Edge Closer to Mohamed Salah Contract Extension as Key Talks Intensify
Liverpool FC are reportedly making significant strides in securing Mohamed Salah's future at Anfield amid growing interest from Saudi clubs. Latest updates on Virgil van Dijk's negotiations and Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid links.



Contract Breakthrough in Salah Saga
Liverpool have entered advanced negotiations with Mohamed Salah (32 goals this season) to extend his contract beyond 2024, with club sources confirming a potential agreement before preseason begins. The Egyptian superstar's current £350k/week deal expires in June 2025.
Key Developments:
- Improved wage structure offering performance-based incentives
- Flexible contract duration (2+1 year option debated)
- Release clause discussions for potential Saudi Pro League moves
Player Impact & Statistics
Metric | Salah at Liverpool |
---|---|
Appearances | 394 |
Goals | 243 |
Assists | 103 |
Trophies Won | 7 |
Van Dijk Provides Update
Club captain Virgil van Dijk told reporters: "Seeing Mo commit would send a massive statement. My own extension? Positive talks ongoing – this squad wants more glory."
Transfer Domino Effect
- Real Madrid monitoring Trent Alexander-Arnold's situation
- Saudi clubs preparing £120m+ summer bid should talks collapse
- Liverpool scouts identifying potential Salah successors
Expert Analysis
Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher noted: "Retaining Salah is crucial for Liverpool's Premier League title ambitions. His fitness regimen could see him perform at elite level until 37."
Fan Reactions
SalahStays trends on Twitter with supporters creating:
"From Rome to Riyadh offers, Our Egyptian King still rules the Kop! Contract signed, doubters silenced – Fire up the "This Means More" chorus!"
Next: Liverpool face Arsenal in crucial title clash on April 23 – Salah needs 2 goals to break Premier League scoring record.