Mohamed Salah’s legendary time at Liverpool will come to an end this summer. It was announced on Tuesday evening that the Egyptian will leave at the end of the season after nine years at the Merseyside club.
Only Ian Rush and Roger Hunt have scored more goals for Liverpool than Salah, who has set numerous records during his time at Anfield.
The Egyptian King has won two Premier League titles and the Champions League to cement his legacy as one of Liverpool’s greatest ever players.
Market Value M. SalahRight Winger €30.00m Confirming his exit, Salah said: “Unfortunately, the day has come. I could never have imagined how much this club, this city and these people would become a part of my life.
Liverpool is not just a football club.” The 33-year-old’s performances have unquestionably been on the decline this season and Richard Hughes will now be tasked with finding his replacement.
It’s understood that Liverpool could be in the market for two wingers this summer as they aim to address both flanks and we’ve analysed eight potential options.
Liverpool’s winger Wishlist Market Value M. SalahRight Winger €30.00m It’s near impossible to envisage Michael Olise leaving Bayern Munich this summer, but he would be Liverpool’s dream replacement for Salah.
Alongside Lamine Yamal, Olise is currently the best right-winger in the world and it would require a small fortune – close to €200m – to prize him from the Bundesliga giants. It’s understood that Olise has aspirations of playing for Liverpool in the future and a return to England, but that’s incredibly unlikely to arrive this summer. Market Value M. OliseRight Winger €140.00m Yan Diomande is one of the most coveted players in Europe after an incredible maiden season at RB Leipzig.
The 19-year-old has 11 goals and eight assists in 29 appearances with his mesmerising skillset catching the eye.
Unlike Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig’s business model revolves around flipping young talents for profits and Diomande will be obtainable. But whether Liverpool are willing to pay €100m for a youngster with one season of experience in a top five league is questionable and they will be conscious of overpaying for another Bundesliga talent after learning their lesson on Florian Wirtz.
Market Value A. GordonLeft Winger €60.00m It’s no secret that Liverpool are massive admirers of Newcastle United’s Antony Gordon and they could firm up their interest this summer.
The England international can play on the right but he’s predominantly a left-winger, which would require Liverpool to bring in another signing to replace Mohamed Salah – or play Jeremie Frimpong higher up.
Market Value RodrygoRight Winger €50.00m Rodrygo’s stock has fallen considerably across the last 18 months and it would be no surprise if Real Madrid cashed in this summer to fund their rebuild.
The Brazilian’s market value has dropped by €60m across the last two years but he remains an elite winger with incredible pedigree. Rodrygo, however, will miss the World Cup with an ACL injury, which could prevent his departure this summer.
Market Value M. AklioucheRight Winger €45.00m Liverpool have scouted Maghnes Akliouche extensively this season, including his phenomenal display against PSG.
The Monaco star prefers to play from the right-wing and he would be a fascinating option.
Akliouche is supremely gifted as evidenced by earning a place in Didier Deschamps’ France squad, which is littered with world-class attackers and he would be relatively affordable.
Market Value M. SouléRight Winger €35.00m Matías Soulé is on Liverpool’s radar and there’s been strong links across the last year. Juventus’ decision to allow the Argentine to join rivals Roma has backfired as he’s enjoyed a productive campaign with 14 goal involvements in 34 games.
Whether Soulé is ready to fill the boots of Salah is highly debatable and he plays centrally often, but Liverpool had great joy in signing a talented attacker from Roma previously.
Market Value J. BowenRight Winger €35.00m Jarrod Bowen won’t feature high on Liverpool’s preferred options but they could capitalise on an excellent market opportunity this summer.
West Ham are engulfed in a relegation battle, sitting 18th in the Premier League table and Bowen could leave, if they are relegated. The England international has been incredibly loyal to the Hammers but he won’t want to play in the Championship.
At 29, Bowen doesn’t represent the future but his attacking output in the English top-flight is undeniable. Market Value M. DiabyRight Winger €28.00m There’s been reputable reports that Liverpool have made enquiries over Moussa Diaby, but he still represents a left-field option.
The 26-year-old is currently playing in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ittihad but he has Premier League experience with Aston Villa and would be a cheap option. PSG, Crystal Palace & Co. – Which clubs have most players in international …
Done DealThe end of an era – Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool after nine years Date of birth/Age:15/06/1992 (33)Nat.:
Current club:Liverpool FCContract until:30/06/2027Position:Right WingerMarket Value:€30.00m Michael Olise Date of birth/Age:12/12/2001 (24)Nat.:
Current club:Bayern MunichContract until:30/06/2029Position:Right WingerMarket Value:€140.00m Yan Diomande Date of birth/Age:14/11/2006 (19)Nat.:
Current club:RB LeipzigContract until:30/06/2030Position:Left WingerMarket Value:€75.00m Anthony Gordon Date of birth/Age:24/02/2001 (25)Nat.: Current club:Newcastle UnitedContract until:01/07/2030Position:Left WingerMarket Value:€60.00m Maghnes Akliouche Date of birth/Age:25/02/2002 (24)Nat.: Current club:AS MonacoContract
until:30/06/2028Position:Right WingerMarket Value:€45.00m Matías Soulé Date of birth/Age:15/04/2003 (22)Nat.: Current club:AS RomaContract until:30/06/2029Position:Right WingerMarket Value:€35.00m Florian Wirtz Date of birth/Age:03/05/2003 (22)Nat.: Current club:Liverpool FCContract until:30/06/2030Position:Attacking MidfieldMarket Value:€110.00m Jarrod Bowen Date of birth/Age:20/12/1996 (29)Nat.:
Current club:West Ham UnitedContract until:30/06/2030Position:Right WingerMarket Value:€35.00m Moussa Diaby Date of birth/Age:07/07/1999 (26)Nat.: Current club:Al-Ittihad ClubContract until:30/06/2029Position:Right WingerMarket Value:€28.00m Rodrygo Date of birth/Age:09/01/2001 (25)Nat.: Current club:Real MadridContract until:30/06/2028Position:Right WingerMarket Value:€50.00m Liverpool FC Total Market Value:€1.02bn Competition:Premier League Position:5. Manager:Arne Slot Squad size:28 Latest transfer:Alexander IsakBayern Munich Total Market Value:€965.95m Competition:Bundesliga Position:1. Manager:Vincent Kompany Squad size:24 Latest transfer:Bara Sapoko NdiayeRB Leipzig Total Market Value:€471.55m
Competition:Bundesliga Position:4. Manager:Ole Werner Squad size:31 Latest transfer:Benno Kaltefleiter Newcastle United Total Market Value:€708.25m Competition:Premier League Position:12. Manager:Eddie Howe Squad size:26 Latest transfer:Yoane WissaAS Roma Total Market Value:€454.50m Competition:Serie A Position:6. Manager:Gian Piero Gasperini Squad size:27 Latest transfer:Bryan ZaragozaWest Ham United Total Market Value:€362.95m Competition:Premier League Position:18. Manager:Nuno Espírito Santo Squad size:24 Latest transfer:Axel DisasiAl-Ittihad Club Total Market Value:€164.55m Competition:Saudi Pro League Position:6. Manager:Sérgio Conceição Squad size:31 Latest transfer:Stephane KellerReal Madrid Total Market Value:€1.34bn Competition:LaLiga Position:2.
Manager:Álvaro Arbeloa Squad size:28 Latest transfer:Thiago PitarchAS Monaco Total Market Value:€359.05m Competition:Ligue 1 Position:6. Manager:Sébastien Pocognoli Squad size:28 Latest transfer:Simon Adingra
