Salah was convinced Liverpool are heading in right direction: Slot

IANS April 11, 2025 140 views

Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah has committed his future to the club by signing a new contract until 2027. Head coach Arne Slot played a key role in convincing Salah about the team's potential for future success. With 243 goals in 394 appearances, Salah has become a legendary figure at Anfield, winning seven major honors since joining in 2017. The extension signals both the player's and club's ambitions to continue competing at the highest level of football.

"Mo is convinced that there is a fair chance we are able to do so." - Arne Slot
Liverpool, April 11: After months of rumours and speculations, Liverpool fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Mohamed Salah has put pen to paper on a new deal that will keep him at the club till 2027.

Key Points

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Salah extends Liverpool contract until 2027

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Club shows long-term commitment to top talent

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Slot confident in team's future prospects

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Player continues legendary goalscoring journey

When asked what role he had in Salah's extension, head coach Arne Slot revealed that Salah's decision had to do with him having belief the club will continue to fight for titles.

"I am part of that process but I don't think I deserve the compliment. First of all, it's Mo's choice and his agent's choice what he wants. And second of all, the club, FSG, Richard (Hughes) and (chief executive) Michael Edwards all put in a lot of effort for him to extend.

"Effort mostly means money! But also effort, not only money. But what it might tell you is that we not only want a good season this season but we also want to make a good season next season as well. And Mo is convinced that there is a fair chance we are able to do so. That's a positive for us," said Slot in a press conference.

Since his 43.9 million pounds transfer from AS Roma in 2017, Salah has scored prolifically for the Reds, with only Ian Rush and Roger Hunt ahead of him in the club's all-time goalscoring charts, with 243 strikes in 394 appearances to date.

During his time at Anfield, Salah has lifted seven major honours, picking up medals in the Premier League and Champions League, as well as the FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, FA Cup and two League Cups.

The Dutch head coach was 'very happy' with the deal finally being struck and hopes Salah will reward the fans with a stellar performance against West Ham United on Sunday.

"Happy, of course. He has shown at this club for so many years in a row how much of a value he is for the club and the team. Like all our fans and his team-mates, we are very happy that he has extended two more years. And hopefully, he can show on Sunday again [against West Ham in the Premier League] how important he has been for us all season," added Slot.

Reader Comments

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James K.
Massive news for the club! Salah is irreplaceable and this shows real intent from the owners. Slot seems to be handling everything perfectly so far 👏
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Sarah M.
Love how humble Slot is being about his role in this. The whole club deserves credit for keeping our Egyptian King! Now let's get that PL title next season 🔴
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Tom R.
While I'm thrilled about the extension, I do worry about the wage structure. Salah will be 35 when this contract ends. Hope we're not setting a risky precedent.
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Aisha B.
243 goals in 394 games is just insane numbers 😳 Best signing of the Premier League era, no debate!
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Mike L.
Slot's man management seems top class already. Keeping Mo happy is half the battle won for next season. YNWA!
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Emma T.
The way Slot talks about the club's project gives me so much confidence. This feels like the start of something special again 💫

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