Where Will Mohamed Salah Land Next? Top Transfer Destinations Revealed

Last April, Mohamed Salah secured his future at Liverpool through a fresh two-year agreement, extending his stay at Anfield through 2027 while reportedly earning over £350,000 ($467,000) weekly. However, the contract negotiations were far from straightforward.

Eight months before finalizing the deal, in September 2024, Salah suggested it might be his "final" season with Liverpool, stating that club officials hadn't approached him regarding a contract extension.

Two months afterward, following a victory against Southampton, he openly expressed his "disappointment" at not receiving a new contract offer and indicated he was "likely more departing than staying"—statements that rekindled intense speculation about a potential Saudi Pro League transfer. Salah later acknowledged he nearly departed the club.

Moving to the current season, Liverpool's catastrophic beginning to the 2025–26 campaign has cast new doubt on his future, despite the agreement he signed just twelve months ago.

Following his substitution during a 3–3 stalemate with Leeds in early December, the 33-year-old stated he felt "betrayed" and claimed he had "zero connection" with manager Arne Slot—comments that intensified persistent departure rumors.

Considering these circumstances, here are five possible destinations where Salah might land.

5. Paris Saint-Germain

Before finalizing his latest Liverpool deal, Salah was, according to French outlet L'Equipe, receptive to an unexpected transfer to Paris Saint-Germain, even holding discussions with the French champions. During that period, PSG urgently needed to replace the superstar presence left by Kylian Mbappé, who had transferred to Real Madrid as a free agent.

PSG continues to be mentioned as a potential option for Salah—though realistically, the chances appear minimal.

Initially, what would motivate PSG's interest? Their youthful, talented roster just achieved an historic quadruple in 2024–25, culminating in Champions League glory, with star player Ousmane Dembélé claiming the Ballon d'Or.

Alongside Dembélé, they feature Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Bradley Barcola and Désiré Doué—exceptional wing players who are all currently outperforming Salah. Factor in promising academy prospects like Ibrahim Mbaye, Quentin Ndjantou and Senny Maluyu, and PSG appears well-equipped on the flanks for the foreseeable future.

A Parisian transfer once seemed logical. Currently, it appears completely unrealistic.

Likelihood Rating: 1/10

4. San Diego FC

While most predictions regarding Salah's next club typically point eastward, there exists the possibility of an unexpected westward move.

Should he consider MLS, San Diego FC has been frequently mentioned as the most probable destination.

The expansion franchise created excitement during their debut MLS campaign this year, leading their conference division after regular season play and achieving an impressive Western Conference finals appearance.

The organization will undoubtedly seek to capitalize on that momentum and might pursue additional Designated Players. Connections have been suggested between Salah and San Diego's owner, British-Egyptian businessman Mohamed Mansour, though these remain largely speculative currently.

Likelihood Rating: 4/10

3. Galatasaray

Galatasaray represents a sensible potential destination for Salah.

The Turkish powerhouse maintains an established history of securing superstar players—Wesley Sneijder, Didier Drogba, Mauro Icardi, a youthful Franck Ribéry (indeed, truly), and recently Victor Osimhen and Leroy Sané, who have transformed the club into a legitimate Champions League contender.

Salah would seamlessly continue that legacy, and he would certainly receive adoration from Gala's notoriously devoted supporters.

The primary concern, though, involves whether the club can feasibly meet Liverpool's transfer fee—or Salah's substantial salary expectations. Given they could allegedly finance a winter acquisition of Lionel Messi, another veteran, left-footed right winger might represent the perfect addition.

Likelihood Rating: 7/10

2. Al-Hilal

Al Hilal represents another organization heavily connected with Salah following his recent statements about his future.

The 2023–24 Saudi Pro League winners—and unexpected contenders at the 2025 Club World Cup—already possess an impressive roster including former Premier League players such as João Cancelo, Rúben Neves, Kalidou Koulibaly and, most significantly, Darwin Núñez, Salah's ex-Liverpool colleague who transferred last summer.

For Salah, an Al Hilal move would be logical: A profitable final phase where he can conclude his career while maintaining global prominence.

Simultaneously, for the organization and league, acquiring the world's most renowned Arab footballer would constitute a promotional triumph.

Likelihood Rating: 8/10

1. Al-Ittihad

Al Ittihad continues as the most probable destination for Mohamed Salah.

The Saudi Pro League heavyweights—featuring his former Liverpool colleague Fabinho and Real Madrid icon Karim Benzema—were unsuccessful with a £150 million ($200 million) offer on transfer deadline day during summer 2023, and they allegedly renewed their pursuit last summer.

Currently, following Salah's recent comments, it's broadly anticipated that the Jeddah-based club will launch another significant campaign.

Similar to Al Hilal, Al Ittihad provides Salah with a leading role and substantial compensation, but their persistent interest establishes them as the most plausible destination.

Likelihood Rating: 9/10