Riyad Mahrez leaves Al-Ahli, Liverpool evaluate Salah successors

Algerian international Riyad Mahrez has officially terminated his contract with Saudi club Al‑Ahli after three seasons, becoming a free agent. In 122 appearances he recorded 37 goals and 46 assists, leaving a strong statistical legacy and making him one of the most sought‑after players in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Meanwhile, Liverpool are compiling a shortlist of six candidates to fill the right‑wing position vacated by Mohamed Salah, who also left on a free transfer. The English club’s radar includes PSG’s Bradley Barcola (price tag above €130 million), AC Milan’s Christian Pulisic, Brighton’s Yankuba Minteh, as well as Said El Mala, Bazoumana Touré and Matías Fernández‑Pardo. Liverpool’s approach balances high‑cost, high‑profile options with more affordable prospects, reflecting the limited supply of elite wingers this summer.