Arne Slot Delighted with Mohamed Salah’s Contract Extension at Liverpool
In the world of football, few things are as thrilling as a star player committing their future to a club. Liverpool fans have been treated to such a delight with the news that Mohamed Salah has extended his contract with the club. Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, stating that the club has put a lot of “effort” into extending Salah’s contract. Slot admitted that he has been confident for some time that negotiations were heading in the “right direction.”
For those who might not have been following the saga closely, Salah was set to be out of contract this summer. However, Liverpool confirmed on Friday that the Egypt international has now extended his stay on Merseyside until the summer of 2027. This news has undoubtedly brought a sigh of relief to the Liverpool faithful, who have been anxious about the future of their star player.
The discussions surrounding Salah’s contract have been ongoing for several months. Sporting director Richard Hughes has been at the forefront of these negotiations, working closely with Salah’s agent, Ramy Abbas Issa. The successful conclusion of these talks is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved.
Slot shared his thoughts on the matter, saying, “I’m happy, of course. He’s shown at this club for so many years in a row now how much value he has for the team and for the club. We’re very happy he’s extended for two more years and hopefully he can show on Sunday [against West Ham United] how important he has been for the whole season for us.”
For the fans, this news might come as a pleasant surprise, but Slot revealed that he had known for a while that things were heading in the right direction. “Relief? For the fans, I think so. It’s no surprise to you I knew a bit better how the contract situation went over the course of the whole season,” he said.
Slot was quick to give credit where it’s due, acknowledging the efforts of Richard Hughes. “It is a big compliment to Richard Hughes because Mo Salah, as a free agent, can go to any club he wants to. But he stayed at our club and that’s also a compliment for Richard,” Slot remarked.
When asked about his role in keeping Salah at Liverpool, Slot humbly downplayed his involvement. “I’m part of that process but I don’t think I deserve the compliments. I think first of all it’s Mo’s choice and his agent’s choice what he wants. Second of all, the club – FSG, Richard, Michael Edwards – they put a lot of effort into him extending,” he explained.
Slot also hinted at the club’s ambitions for the future, saying, “Effort mostly means money! But also not only money. What it might tell you as well is that it’s not only a good season this season. We want to make a very good season next season as well and I think Mo is convinced we have a fairly good chance to do so.”
- Mohamed Salah extends his contract with Liverpool until 2027.
- Arne Slot expresses confidence in the direction of negotiations.
- Sporting director Richard Hughes played a key role in the negotiations.
- Salah’s decision to stay is seen as a compliment to the club’s efforts.
- Liverpool aims for continued success in the upcoming seasons.
As Liverpool prepares to face West Ham United, fans will be eager to see Salah in action, knowing that he will be a part of the team for years to come. This contract extension is not just a win for Liverpool, but a testament to the club’s commitment to maintaining its status as a top contender in the football world.
Originally Written by: Beth Lindop
