Mohamed Salah has announced the end of his remarkable Liverpool career, confirming he will leave the club on a free transfer when the current season concludes. The Egyptian forward, widely regarded as one of the Premier League’s finest-ever attackers, made the announcement through a heartfelt video shared on social media, prompting an emotional response from fans worldwide. His departure brings down the curtain on a career at Anfield that produced records, trophies, and memories in equal measure.
Since joining from Roma for £34 million in June 2017, Salah has been nothing short of transformational for Liverpool. His 255 goals place him third in the club’s all-time list, and his contribution to team success — two Premier League titles, the Champions League, FA Cup, Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, and two League Cups — is virtually unmatched in the modern era. The four-time Golden Boot winner also claimed three PFA Player of the Year awards during his Anfield tenure.
In his farewell message, Salah spoke with warmth and genuine emotion about the people, the city, and the spirit of Liverpool that had shaped him over nine years. He credited the fans as the source of his strength through both triumph and hardship, and pledged that the club would remain in his heart forever. His closing line — “I will never walk alone” — drew widespread praise for its sincerity and its connection to the culture of the club he is leaving.
The 2024/25 campaign has been Salah’s toughest at Anfield, with a public dispute with head coach Arne Slot overshadowing much of the first half of the season. He was dropped for a Champions League fixture at Inter Milan following comments he made about the team’s form, but he recovered his position and his form spectacularly, most recently scoring against Galatasaray to become Africa’s leading Champions League scorer. His refusal to surrender to difficult circumstances defined his final chapter at the club.
Liverpool confirmed in a statement that the timing of Salah’s announcement was at his specific request, driven by his desire to be honest and respectful with supporters. The club also noted that the full farewell and celebration of his legacy would take place later in the year after the season ends. For now, both club and player are focused on finishing as strongly as possible, with the Champions League and FA Cup offering opportunities for a fitting send-off.