An increasingly frustrated Mohamed Salah is reportedly willing to accept a one-year contract extension at Liverpool, although he is still waiting for an official offer from the club.
The ongoing saga surrounding Salah’s contract, which expires in 2025, has simmered in the background throughout the first few months of the season. While Liverpool and the forward have largely remained unaffected by the contractual uncertainty in terms of their on-pitch performances, Salah’s growing frustration with the lack of communication has become more evident in recent weeks.
The 32-year-old striker sparked further speculation after declaring that his recent victory over Premier League champions Manchester City would be “the last City game I will play for Liverpool.” His remarks followed earlier cryptic comments, including saying he felt “more out than in” after scoring twice in a 3-2 win against Southampton in November. Additionally, he has posted vague messages on social media.
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Reports from last month suggested that Liverpool and Salah’s representatives were “far apart” in their negotiations. However, The Athletic now reports that the Egyptian international would be open to a one-year extension under his current terms.
Salah became Liverpool’s highest-paid player in 2022, with a basic weekly salary of approximately £350,000. Including performance-related bonuses and sponsorships, his earnings exceed £1 million per week, according to his agent.
With less than a month until the January transfer window opens, Liverpool has yet to make an official offer to Salah, and his public frustration with the club’s lack of movement is growing. Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing the winger should he become available on a free transfer this summer. While Salah is said to prioritize extending his stay at Liverpool, he could begin discussions with foreign clubs in January regarding a potential pre-contract agreement.
Liverpool’s delay in negotiations with Salah could be influenced by the uncertain futures of Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, both of whom are also out of contract in 2025 and have yet to enter advanced talks with the club.