Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has once again found himself at the centre of transfer speculation — but this time, Egyptian football officials have moved quickly to shut down the rumours.
Reports in Egypt suggested that Al-Ahly were exploring a sensational deal to bring the 33-year-old back home, but club figures have now called the claims “unrealistic” and “media-driven.”
Rumours dismissed by former Al-Ahly director
Speculation began earlier this week when Win Win reported that Yasseen Mansour, a vice-presidential candidate in Al-Ahly’s upcoming election, was allegedly leading talks to sign Salah. The reports claimed the Egyptian giants wanted to make the Liverpool star their marquee signing as part of the club’s new project.
However, Sayed Abdel Hafeez, a former Al-Ahly player and director of football — who could rejoin the club’s board after the election — dismissed the story in comments to MBC Egypt.
“Mohamed Salah is a very big star and has done things that are difficult for any player in the Arab world to do. He’s focusing on his professional career,” he said.
“Linking Salah to Al-Ahly is a media effort, and he’s a player who has honoured Egyptian football and all Arabs. Let’s talk realistically — Salah renewed his contract with Liverpool months ago. There is no official at Al-Ahly who talked about this matter. This matter was only circulated in the media. We will focus on the team’s priorities. I wish Salah success.”
Abdel Hafeez’s comments effectively shut down any notion of an imminent move, with Al-Ahly’s focus reportedly on domestic and continental competitions rather than high-profile transfer fantasies.
Salah’s mixed start to the season
While the Al-Ahly rumours have no basis, they come amid a difficult spell for Salah at Liverpool. The Egyptian winger has managed four goals and three assists in 13 matches so far this season — well below his usual standards.
He scored his first Premier League goal in over a month during the 3-2 defeat to Brentford, but overall his form has mirrored Liverpool’s broader struggles under Arne Slot this campaign.
| Stat (2025/26) | Mohamed Salah |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 13 |
| Goals | 4 |
| Assists | 3 |
| Shots per Game | 2.8 |
| Big Chances Created | 5 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% |
source: Sofascore match data – 29 October 2025
Salah signed a new long-term contract with Liverpool in 2024 and remains one of the club’s highest earners. Despite recent speculation, there’s no indication from either the player or the club that an early exit is on the cards.
Our View
The idea of Mohamed Salah swapping Anfield for Cairo might make for compelling headlines, but it’s far from reality. With a contract extension freshly signed and Liverpool still competing across multiple fronts, there’s no sporting or financial logic to the move.
Abdel Hafeez’s comments reflect a frustration often felt in Egypt — where Salah’s global fame regularly sparks unrealistic rumours. For now, the forward’s focus will remain firmly on rediscovering top form in England and maintaining his place as one of Africa’s greatest-ever players.
Key Insights
- Sayed Abdel Hafeez confirms no contact between Al-Ahly and Mohamed Salah.
- The Liverpool forward has four goals and three assists this season.
- Reports linking him with a move to Egypt are described as “media-driven.”
- Salah signed a new Liverpool contract in 2024 and remains committed to the club.
- Al-Ahly elections take place on October 31st, but Salah is not part of any plans.
What’s Next
Liverpool lost in the Carabao Cup yesterday against Crystal Palace at Anfield. Liverpool will play at Anfield against Aston Villa on Saturday, 1 November, in the Premier League.
Salah is expected to start on Saturday as Arne Slot looks to end the Reds’ run of poor domestic form.
👉 Rumours squashed — Salah remains fully focused on Liverpool, not a homecoming.
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