Tears will be shed when Mohamed Salah bids farewell to Liverpool supporters, but what endures are the moments that reshaped the club during his time on Merseyside. Few players have delivered such a sequence of decisive strikes, finals contributions and unforgettable derby goals.

Salah’s introduction at Anfield produced a staggering return — a 44-goal campaign that silenced critics who labelled him a ‘one-season wonder’. That debut season contained one of his most celebrated efforts: a solo run and finish in the Merseyside derby in December 2017 that later earned the FIFA Puskás Award.

Liverpool’s run to the Champions League final in 2018 showcased Salah at full tilt until the final itself in Kyiv. En route he produced a match-winning equalizer at the Etihad Stadium to turn the tie against Manchester City, and a commanding display against Roma in the Anfield semifinal first leg underlined his influence across Europe.

The 2018–19 season brought both near-miss and redemption. Liverpool finished second in the Premier League with 97 points, and Salah produced one of his signature long-range strikes against Chelsea late in that campaign. European solace arrived in Madrid as Liverpool defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2–0 in the Champions League final. Salah’s composed early penalty set Liverpool on their way. For the first and only time in his career, Salah was a European champion.

Salah’s repertoire of solo goals continued to astound. In October 2021 he weaved past multiple defenders before rifling a low finish past Ederson from a tight angle on his right foot. A trip to Old Trafford delivered another landmark: Salah became the first visiting player to score a Premier League hat trick at Old Trafford in a 5–0 victory, one of several dominant displays against Manchester United including a 7–0 win at Anfield the following season.

When Arne Slot replaced Jürgen Klopp there was understandable uncertainty, but Salah answered any questions on the field. In 2024–25 he produced the best season of his career, maintaining the attacking numbers and moments of brilliance that defined his Liverpool legacy.

Ramy Abbas Issa has urged caution over speculation about Mohamed Salah’s next club, telling supporters to “beware” of unverified reports and stressing that the forward himself “not know” where he will be in 2026–27. The representative posted the warning on X shortly after Salah’s announcement and sought to curb early conjecture linking the player with the Saudi Pro League and Major League Soccer, where MLS commissioner Don Garber has publicly opened the door to the U.S. top flight.

Before any decisions can be made, there are immediate concerns to resolve. Salah limped off against Galatasaray on March 18 with a muscular complaint and missed Liverpool’s Premier League trip to Brighton & Hove Albion the following weekend. Manager Arne Slot has been cautious on timelines, noting the physical specimen “can recover faster than other players” but offering no firm dates. The international break has provided Liverpool a buffer, yet it is not certain Salah will be ready to return immediately when club action resumes.

The coming fixtures are significant. Liverpool open April with an FA Cup quarterfinal against Manchester City before travelling to Paris for the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal against Paris Saint-Germain. It should not be forgotten that Liverpool beat the European champions at the Parc des Princes last season, though Salah struggled to get any loose piece of lint or a stray button, let alone any change, out of Nuno Mendes on that night.

Performance levels are another factor in any long-term choice. The forward, a Premier League Golden Boot holder, has endured what is described in this report as his worst campaign by some margin. He has been outscored by 42 players in the division this season, including both Everton strikers Thierno Barry and Beto. How Salah finishes the season, and the role of the impending World Cup, will inform where he chooses to play beyond 2025–26.

Liverpool team-mates responded on social media after Mohamed Salah confirmed he will leave the club. Players posted messages and reposted his farewell video, using short tributes and longer reflections to mark his impending departure.

Ibrahima Konaté wrote on social media: “You are the best of the best my brother,” Ibrahima Konaté wrote . “Thank you for all the amazing moments we shared on and off the pitch.

“I wish you all the best in your next steps inshallah. KING.”

Left back Milos Kerkez also reposted Salah’s farewell video and used “King” to describe him. Virgil van Dijk and Dominik Szoboszlai both opted for “Legend.” Florian Wirtz reflected: “It was a pleasure till now.”

Joe Gomez, ninth on the list of players with the most appearances alongside Salah with 203, offered a longer tribute on his own account. “One of the greatest to ever wear the shirt,” he posted . “It’s been a pleasure having the countless hours watching your greatness first hand in so many ways. Everyone knows about your mentality and work ethic—the numbers just cement your legacy forever.

“Thank you for everything you’ve done for us. I’ll always be grateful for our friendship over all these years. Can’t wait to see you celebrated until the very end.”

No player has played alongside Salah more than Andy Robertson. The left back leads the way with a whopping 338 appearances alongside the Egyptian, having joined from Hull City just three weeks after Salah’s arrival from Roma.

Robertson paid tribute in a message that began: “Mohamed, thank you,” he began .

“Nine of the best years of our lives with amazing memories on and off the pitch. Watching you become the best at what you do and become one of the best to ever have worn the Liverpool shirt has been a joy to watch and be part of.

“Your mentality is second to none and a lot of people could take note. You have pushed yourself every single day and always demanded more from yourself and others.