Former Manchester United assistant manager René Meulensteen has cautioned Liverpool that the uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah’s contract could jeopardize their Premier League title hopes this season, especially if the club opts to sell him in the January transfer window.
Salah’s current contract is set to expire in June 2025, and Liverpool has yet to agree on an extension for their star winger. The Egyptian international has been in sensational form, netting 13 goals in 14 league matches this season.
Speaking to OLBG, Meulensteen emphasized the importance of resolving Salah’s future quickly.
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“Mohamed Salah is unique. Liverpool would be foolish not to get his contract sorted, and it needs to happen sooner rather than later,” he said. “This would eliminate all the speculation and uncertainty at a time when they’re winning and leading the table. If things go wrong, it could derail their season. It’s the same with players like Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold.”
Meulensteen warned that a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia in January could force Liverpool into a tough decision.
“If a genuine, massive bid comes in from Saudi Arabia, Liverpool might decide to sell rather than risk losing him for free. But losing Salah midseason could be the difference between winning and losing the title,” he added.