Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has been handed a potential new escape route from Anfield, with former club AS Roma reportedly ready to launch a stunning move to bring him back to Serie A.
Fallout at Anfield Ignites Transfer Speculation
The speculation around the Egyptian superstar's future intensified dramatically last month following an explosive interview. Salah publicly criticised the management of his situation after being benched by Liverpool boss Arne Slot, with whom he has reportedly had a fallout.
This public disagreement led to Salah being omitted from a matchday squad by Slot, although he was later reintegrated before departing for the Africa Cup of Nations. The 33-year-old is currently on international duty, with Egypt set to play in the competition's last 16 on Monday, limiting his opportunities for club action this month and any immediate resolution to his club future.
Roma Ready to Reunite with Their Former Star
According to reports from Italian publication La Repubblica, Roma are among the clubs monitoring the situation with keen interest. The Italian giants are understood to be seeking attacking reinforcements during the January transfer window and view a reunion with Salah as a major coup.
Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini has spoken openly about the club's transfer strategy, stating: "Roma’s objective is to become stronger and stronger. You shouldn’t add players just for the sake of it, but bring in strong players who can add value." Salah, who enjoyed two prolific seasons in the Italian capital, certainly fits that description.
Salah initially joined Roma on loan from Chelsea in 2015, scoring 15 goals in 42 appearances, before making the move permanent. A follow-up season where he netted 19 times in 41 outings convinced Liverpool to sign him for a fee that could rise to £43million in the summer of 2017.
Significant Competition and Contractual Countdown
Any move by Roma would face fierce competition, particularly from the wealthy Saudi Pro League. Clubs from Saudi Arabia retain a strong interest in Salah, who was the subject of a massive £150million bid from Al-Ittihad in September 2023, an offer Liverpool swiftly rejected.
The forward's contractual situation adds another layer of urgency to the saga. Despite signing a new deal on Merseyside just under a year ago, Salah now has just 18 months remaining on his current Liverpool contract. This shrinking timeline means his future is set to become a central topic of discussion, irrespective of his standing with manager Slot.
With Liverpool struggling to replicate the form of their title-winning campaign, Salah's explosive comments have opened the door to a potential Anfield exit, with Roma now positioning themselves as a serious contender for his signature.
