Done Deal: Liverpool Secures Transfer as Reds Set Plans for £43M Attacker
The future of Mohamed Salah at Anfield has been an ongoing saga, with recent reports suggesting a move to the Saudi Pro League is already a “done deal.”
Despite conflicting rumours about Salah’s openness to a new Liverpool contract, Wayne Veysey’s insights on The Inside Track podcast paint a picture of an imminent departure.
Salah’s Imminent Move
According to Veysey, a reputable source on the podcast, Liverpool are set to sell Salah in the upcoming summer transfer window, with a move to the Saudi Pro League appearing highly likely.
The £150 million bid rejection from Al-Hilal in the past seems to be a mere hurdle in a seemingly inevitable transfer.
Challenges for Liverpool
Veysey highlights the monumental task Liverpool faces in replacing Salah, emphasizing the potential void the Egyptian forward will leave in Jurgen Klopp’s squad.
The podcast suggests that Liverpool’s interest in Crystal Palace forward Michael Olise stems from a desire to fill this “massive hole.”
Potential Replacements
While discussing possible successors, Veysey suggests that Olise may not fit the bill entirely, citing Klopp’s reliance on pace from broad areas to dismantle opponents in transition.
Leroy Sane emerges as a more suitable option, being Premier League and Champions League proven, possessing the necessary characteristics for Klopp’s system, and boasting prolificacy second only to Salah among Liverpool’s forwards.
Evaluation of Replacement Options
The report underlines the importance of Liverpool’s tactical style and questions whether Olise, despite his fine skills, aligns with Klopp’s preferred winger profile. Veysey expresses reservations about the long-term futures of Gakpo and Luis Diaz, hinting at the club’s need for a strategic and effective replacement for Salah.
Salah to leave Liverpool?
As the summer transfer window approaches, all signs point to Mohamed Salah’s departure from Liverpool to the Saudi Pro League. Liverpool’s challenge will be securing a top-tier replacement and finding a player who seamlessly integrates into Klopp’s high-paced, transition-focused tactics.
The saga continues, leaving fans and pundits eager to witness how Liverpool navigate this crucial period in their squad’s evolution.
