Liverpool finds means to prevent the return of Mohamed Salah to Saudi Arabia in January.
And they will determine in January whether to launch another mega-bid to pry the Egyptian away from Liverpool, based on whether the Reds are in the title hunt.
Anfield executives shut the door on Salah departing the club this week after rejecting an offer from Al Ittihad that would have netted them £100 million plus an additional £50 million in potential add-ons.
They were also willing to pay the 31-year-old £1.5 million per week so that he could join Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar as the Pro League’s poster boys.
Despite rumors that the Saudis were prepared to increase their offer by an additional £50 million, Liverpool remained adamant that Mohamed Salah was not for sale.
Al Ittihad will return to put pressure on Liverpool when the transfer window reopens in the New Year, according to sources in the Middle East, who believe the Merseysiders will be open for business if they fail to build on their promising start to the Premier League season.
Last season, Liverpool forfeited £100 million by failing to qualify for the Champions League for the first time in seven years by finishing fifth.
The club’s American owners have supported manager Jurgen Klopp in the transfer market by investing nearly £150 million on Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, and Wataru Endo. And the Reds have begun the season by accumulating 10 of a possible 12 points.
There is a genuine conviction within the club that Klopp’s squad can once again pose the greatest threat to Manchester City. And the form of Salah has been outstanding despite the speculation surrounding his destiny
Al Ittihad are aware that Liverpool’s stance on Mohamed Salah is unlikely to change if they are to contend for the title at the turn of the year.
At that time, Salah will have 18 months remaining on his contract, and Liverpool’s owners may be compelled to reconsider cashing in on their star player while they can still receive a maximum return.
Liverpool finds means to prevent the return of Mohamed Salah to Saudi Arabia in January.