Mohamed Salah's Transfer Saga: Atletico, Trabzonspor, Saudi Interest
Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah left Liverpool by mutual consent after a nine‑year spell, becoming a free agent. His departure has sparked a multi‑club pursuit.
Atletico Madrid have opened talks to sign him on a free transfer, reportedly planning a two‑year deal with an option for a third year, but face a salary hurdle that may exceed offers from other suitors.
Turkish side Trabzonspor have put forward a contract worth €15‑17 million per year plus a 20 % share of shirt‑sale revenue. Negotiations are in the final stage, with reports that a private jet will bring Salah from Greece to Istanbul and fans are preparing a large airport reception.
Beşiktaş previously showed interest but withdrew, while Turkish minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş said “Salah coming, God willing.” Agent Rami Abbas is said to have given preliminary approval to the Trabzonspor proposal.
Saudi Pro League club Al‑Ittihad and other Saudi teams are also reported to be ready to make substantially higher financial offers, adding further competition for the Egyptian star’s next destination.
Entities: Al-Ittihad · Al‑Ittihad · Atlético Madrid · Beshkash · Beşiktaş JK · Liverpool FC · Mohamed Salah · Rami Abbas · Trabzonspor
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Atletico Madrid is pursuing Salah on a free transfer with a two‑year contract and possible third‑year extension. (new)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Agent Rami Abbas gave preliminary approval to Trabzonspor’s offer. (aaaf05c2-b74b-4122-8e9a-37f464c9a8b5)
- [● 5 SOURCES] Turkish clubs Beşiktaş and Trabzonspor are negotiating with Salah. (new)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Turkish minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş said “Salah coming, God willing.” (new)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Saudi Pro League clubs are also interested in signing Salah and have made large financial offers. (new)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Atletico Madrid’s salary expectations may be higher than Trabzonspor’s offer. (new)
- [● 5 SOURCES] Mohamed Salah became a free agent after his contract with Liverpool ended. (new)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Trabzonspor offered a salary of €15‑17 million per year and 20 % of shirt‑sale revenue. (new)