Mohamed Salah’s decision to leave Liverpool has triggered major uncertainty around the club’s future, with Saudi Arabian sides emerging as the most likely destination for the forward. Al Ittihad are viewed as frontrunners, though other Saudi clubs and teams in the United States league and across Europe are monitoring his availability on a free transfer. Financial incentives and long-standing interest from the Gulf region make a move there the strongest possibility.

Replacing Salah will be a central focus of Liverpool’s summer plans. Michael Olise is admired but would be difficult and expensive to sign due to his long contract at Bayern Munich, while Leipzig’s Yan Diomande is considered a more attainable option. The club may look to recruit two wide forwards, with further reinforcements in midfield and potentially central defence depending on outgoings, including uncertainty surrounding Ibrahima Konate’s contract situation.

Manager Arne Slot’s future could hinge on whether Liverpool secure qualification for the Champions League. While the club are continuing transfer planning with him, former player Xabi Alonso is viewed within the industry as a strong potential candidate should a change be made. Off the pitch, senior executives Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards are also attracting interest from Saudi Arabia, pointing to a potentially turbulent summer at Anfield.