Mohamed Salah has brought an emotional close to one of English football’s most celebrated careers by confirming he will leave Liverpool at the end of this season. The Egyptian forward, one of the Premier League’s all-time top scorers, will depart on a free transfer despite having a year left on his reported £500,000-per-week contract. His departure marks the end of a nine-season chapter during which he elevated Liverpool and himself to the very pinnacle of world football.
Signed from Roma for £34 million in 2017, Salah wasted no time establishing himself as one of the game’s most dangerous forwards. He has scored 255 goals in 435 appearances, making him Liverpool’s third-highest scorer in history behind Ian Rush and Roger Hunt. Among his many individual accolades are four Premier League Golden Boots and three PFA Player of the Year awards, achievements that reflect the sustained excellence he delivered over nearly a decade.
Salah shared the news in a video message that quickly circulated across social media platforms worldwide, expressing profound love for the club, city, and supporters. He described Liverpool as something far greater than a football institution — a spirit, a passion, and a home he would always carry in his heart. His parting words, “Because of all of you, I will never walk alone,” moved millions of fans around the globe.
This final season at Anfield has been turbulent, with Salah publicly expressing frustration over his relationship with head coach Arne Slot and temporarily losing his place in the squad. However, he continued to produce moments of brilliance, highlighted by a breathtaking goal against Galatasaray that made him the first African player to score 50 Champions League goals. These moments serve as a fitting reminder of his enduring talent even as his Liverpool journey draws to a close.
Teammate Andy Robertson posted a warm tribute on social media, calling Salah’s mentality second to none and describing the privilege of sharing a pitch with him for so many years. Liverpool confirmed the timing of the announcement was driven by Salah’s desire to respect the supporters with full transparency. His legacy at Anfield is complete, leaving behind memories that will be treasured by generations of Liverpool supporters.