Liverpool’s Potential Mo Salah Successor Emerges Amidst Saudi Mega Bid Speculation

Recent reports suggest that Liverpool FC is already preparing for life without Mohamed Salah amid ongoing speculation about a mega-offer from the Saudi Pro League. The Egyptian star’s future at Anfield has been a subject of intense debate in recent weeks, with Al Ittihad’s £100 million bid for the 31-year-old swiftly rejected by the Reds.

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool’s manager, has been resolute in his stance that Salah is not available for sale this summer, making it clear in a recent press conference. “The position remains the same,” Klopp asserted. “Absolutely no doubt about that. That’s how it is. Nothing else to say.”

However, sources like David Ornstein of The Athletic have hinted that the Saudis are undeterred by Klopp’s statements and are expected to maintain their strong interest in Salah. Sky Sports also reported that Al Ittihad is preparing an improved £200 million bid for the winger and are “getting encouragement in certain quarters” for a potential deal.

In light of these developments, Liverpool is now exploring a last-minute move for Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane as they brace themselves for the possibility of Salah’s departure. Football Insider reports that Sane is firmly on Liverpool’s radar and is seen as a capable replacement for Salah in terms of creativity and goal-scoring ability, particularly after his successful stint in the Premier League with Manchester City.

Sane, a German international, made a high-profile move from the Etihad to Bayern Munich for approximately £54.8 million in 2020. During his time at Manchester City, he notched an impressive 39 goals and 46 assists in 135 games, contributing to two Premier League titles. His best Premier League season came in 2017/18, where he recorded 10 goals and 15 assists in 32 league games.

Since joining Bayern, Sane has continued to impress, amassing 40 goals and 37 assists for the Bundesliga giants, including two league goals in the current season. As Liverpool keeps a close eye on developments surrounding Mo Salah, Leroy Sane emerges as a potential solution to fill the void left by the Egyptian star if he departs for Saudi Arabia.