LIVERPOOL — Mohamed Salah has ended months of speculation about his future by signing a new two-year contract with Liverpool, extending his stay at Anfield until 2027.

The 32-year-old Egyptian star, whose previous deal was set to expire this summer, had been heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabia, with reports of significant interest from Saudi Pro League clubs. However, Salah has opted to remain with the Reds — the club he joined from Roma in 2017 — for what could now be a full decade.

“Of course I’m very excited — we have a great team now,” Salah said in his announcement. “I signed because I believe we can win more trophies and continue enjoying our football.”

Salah has scored 32 goals in all competitions this season, including 27 in the Premier League, as Liverpool close in on their 20th league title. The club currently leads the table by 11 points with seven matches to go.

Since arriving in Merseyside, Salah has won every major trophy with the club — the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup — and has amassed 243 goals and 109 assists in 394 appearances.

The new contract reportedly maintains his previous status as Liverpool’s highest-paid player, with no pay cut involved in negotiations.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot, who took over in 2024, praised Salah’s decision to stay, describing him as “mentally strong” and highlighting his consistency over the years.

“He wants to stay at the top level and keeps putting in the work,” Slot said. “What makes him so special is his ability to deliver even when he’s not at his best in the game — that’s what sets elite players apart.”

Salah’s renewal comes alongside reports that Virgil van Dijk is close to agreeing a similar two-year extension. The timing and length of the deals give Liverpool much-needed contract stability after a season clouded by uncertainties over the futures of key players.

Right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, however, appears likely to depart, with Real Madrid pushing to sign him on a free transfer this summer.

Salah’s future had been a point of tension for much of the season. His public comments in September, November, and January suggested a growing rift over contract negotiations, with the forward stating the two parties were “far away from progress” just three months ago.

The Anfield club announced the new deal with a photo of Salah seated on a throne on the pitch, captioned: “More in than out.” — Agencies