Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool has again become a major talking point after reports of contact from Fenerbahce, but his camp has moved quickly to shut down the idea of a switch to Istanbul.
The Turkish giants made an approach to Salah’s representatives in recent days, sensing an opportunity amid growing debate over the forward’s reduced role under Arne Slot. That interest, however, was firmly dismissed, with Salah’s agent making it clear the winger is not considering a move to Turkey.
Fenerbahce officials are understood to have held discussions with Ramy Abbas earlier this week, exploring whether the 33 year old would be open to a new challenge. The talks came against a backdrop of speculation that Salah has become unsettled at Anfield following tactical changes this season. The response from his camp was swift and decisive.
The message from Abbas left no room for negotiation. Salah, currently away with Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations, will either remain at Liverpool or pursue a move to Saudi Arabia. The Istanbul option was ruled out entirely.
The situation highlights why Salah’s future has become one of the defining off pitch storylines of the 2025–26 campaign. Once Liverpool’s automatic starter and attacking focal point, he has found himself rotated more frequently under Slot, whose possession based system has redistributed attacking responsibility across the front line.
That shift has been reflected in the numbers. Salah has played 20 matches in all competitions this season, registering five goals and four assists. While still useful output, it marks a clear drop from the standards he set after arriving in 2017, when he became one of the Premier League’s most consistent match winners.
Tensions have also surfaced publicly. Salah’s frustration boiled over earlier in the season when he suggested he had been marginalised by the club, a moment that intensified scrutiny around his role and long term future.
Financial reality continues to shape the conversation. Salah remains under contract until the summer of 2027 and earns an estimated €14 million net per year. That wage level limits realistic options within Europe and explains why interest has largely come from markets such as Saudi Arabia, where a move has been discussed repeatedly over the past two years.
For now, Liverpool remain central to the picture. With the second half of the season approaching and major fixtures ahead, the club faces a balancing act between managing a legendary figure and evolving under a new coach. Whether Salah reasserts his influence or edges closer to a summer decision will be one of the key narratives to watch in the months ahead.
