Everything on Mohamed Salah departure from Liverpool

 

The announcement that Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool FC at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season marks the end of an era for a player widely regarded as one of the greatest to ever wear the shirt. After nine years of "sending records tumbling," the 33-year-old Egyptian forward is preparing for a final farewell to Anfield.

A Message of Passion and Gratitude

Salah confirmed the news through a heartfelt video message, explaining that he chose to announce his departure early to provide transparency out of "respect and gratitude" for the supporters. Reflecting on his journey since arriving from AS Roma in 2017, he described Liverpool as more than a club, calling it a "passion," a "history," and a "spirit". He expressed deep gratitude to the fans who stood by him through both the best and toughest times of his career, stating, "I will be always one of you... because of all of you, I will never walk alone".

Mo Salah’s 𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 to Liverpool fans 

“Unfortunately the day has come. This is the first part of my farewell. 𝐈’𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐥, it’s decided”.

“I never imagined this club, this city, this people would become part of my life… Liverpool is not just a football club, it’s a passion, it’s a history, it’s a spirit as 𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐛”.

“We won most important trophies. We fought together through the hardest times of our lives. I want to thank everyone who was part of this throughout my time at Liverpool, especially the teammates past, present, to all the fans who made it special every single week”

“I don’t have enough words, the support you showed me, to the best time of my career, you stood by me in the toughest times… it’s something I will never forget and something 𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫”.

“Leaving is never easy as you gave me the best time of my life. 𝐈’𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮! This club will always be my home, to me and to my family. Thank you”.

The Mindset of a Legend: Jurgen Klopp's Perspective

According to information from BBC Sport, former manager Jurgen Klopp provided a unique window into Salah’s elite mentality. Klopp described him as a player who "never stops" developing, often returning from summer breaks with entirely new skills honed through dedicated practice. Klopp noted that while Salah’s desire to always be on the pitch could make him intense to manage, their shared drive and the experience of lifting the Premier League title together "bonded us for life." He concluded that Salah "will be remembered as one of the greatest of all time."

A Legacy Defined by Staggering Numbers

Salah’s impact is immortalized by statistics that place him among the elite in football history:

•  Top Goalscorer: With 255 goals in 435 appearances, he ranks third on Liverpool’s all-time leading scorers list.
•  Premier League Powerhouse: He holds the record for the most goal contributions for a single club in Premier League history with 281 (189 goals and 92 assists).
• Creative Force: His 92 Premier League assists are a joint club record alongside Steven Gerrard.
•  European King: He has scored more European goals (53) than any other player in Liverpool's history.
• Elite Efficiency: Salah holds the record for the quickest hat-trick in Champions League history, achieved in just 6 minutes and 12 seconds.
• Individual Accolades: He has won the Premier League Golden Boot four times and been named the PFA Players' Player of the Year three times (2018, 2022, and 2025).

Silverware and Success

Salah was the focal point of a team that secured eight major trophies, including two Premier League titles, the Champions League, the FIFA Club World Cup, the UEFA Super Cup, the FA Cup, two League Cups, and an FA Community Shield.

The Final Chapter

The current 2025-26 campaign has been challenging by Salah's high standards, with 10 goals in 34 appearances so far. Tensions were reported earlier in the season following a breakdown in his relationship with head coach Arne Slot. Despite these difficulties, Salah remains "firmly focused" on achieving a strong finish to the season.

While it is unclear where he will play next, fans are expected to treat his remaining games as a "fanfare" of appreciation. Liverpool plans to fully celebrate his extraordinary legacy later in the year when he officially bids his final farewell to the Anfield crowd.