Following the early termination of Mohamed Salah's contract with Liverpool, forward Cody Gakpo has reportedly informed the club of his desire to leave Anfield this summer after a turbulent season on Merseyside. However, his departure could have unexpected consequences for his former club PSV, potentially scuppering a record-breaking deal currently in the works.
Arne Slot has followed Mohamed Salah through the exits at Liverpool, but would the latter have agreed to stay and see out his contract if he knew that the former was going to be sacked? Danny Murphy is not convinced that was ever the case, with the ex-Reds midfielder telling GOAL how the Egyptian King’s powers had faded to the point that a fresh start was probably the best option for all concerned.
Bukayo Saka has registered just 13 Premier League goals for Arsenal across the last two campaigns, with ex-England winger Chris Waddle telling GOAL where the Gunners forward needs to improve - with Mohamed Salah being held up as inspiration. There has never been any doubting Saka’s creative instincts, but his game could be taken to another level if end product were to be delivered in greater numbers.
The 2026 World Cup is set to be a historic tournament, unlike any that have come before it. Expanded to 48 teams for the first time and spread across three countries - the United States, Canada and Mexico - it promises to be the biggest spectacle in the competition’s near-100-year history.
Mohamed Salah is preparing for life after Liverpool, and the Egyptian has reportedly set out a specific set of demands for any potential suitor. As he enters the final stages of his career, the veteran forward is leaving nothing to chance regarding his next destination.
Dejan Lovren has launched a blistering attack on the "disgusting" treatment of Mohamed Salah during his final season at Anfield, aiming particular fire at Jamie Carragher. The former Reds defender claimed that media pundits have unfairly scapegoated the Egyptian king while lacking the courage to air their grievances in person.
Liverpool’s search for a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah has hit a significant roadblock as Paris Saint-Germain appear to have moved into pole position for one of Europe's brightest talents. The Ligue 1 champions are reportedly closing in on a deal for RB Leipzig starlet Yan Diomande after the player gave his approval for a move to the Parc des Princes.
In the age of PSR and UEFA's financial regulations, the free agent market has probably never been more significant as clubs look to pick up a potentially key player without having to spend a penny. We're now into June, and there are a whole host of big names who will be out of contract at the end of the month - undoubtedly sparking a scramble for their signatures in the coming weeks.
And there we have it. The 2025-26 European football season is in the books, capped by Paris Saint-Germain beating Arsenal in the Champions League final to defend their continental crown. Soon the past nine months or so will become distant memories, such is the speed at which the footballing world moves on, especially when major tournaments on the horizon.
Liverpool icon John Barnes has boldly claimed that manager Arne Slot does not need to dip into the transfer market to replace outward-bound forward Mohamed Salah. The former England international also took aim at the departing frontman, accusing him of speaking nonsense online after the legendary attacker appeared to criticise Slot’s tactical approach.
Mohamed Salah has officially said his goodbyes to the Anfield faithful, bringing the curtain down on one of the most decorated individual eras in Liverpool's modern history. The Egyptian forward took to social media to share a poignant message following his final appearance for the Reds, describing the experience as the most difficult evening of his career.
Mohamed Salah bid a highly emotional farewell to Liverpool on Sunday, breaking down in tears in front of the Kop alongside his two daughters. The Egyptian superstar received a guard of honour from his team-mates and a standing ovation from the Anfield faithful, bringing down the curtain on a legendary nine-year era filled with goals and trophies.
A teary-eyed Mohamed Salah bid an emotional farewell to Anfield after taking outright possession of Liverpool's Premier League assist record in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Brentford at Anfield. Despite speculation around whether Arne Slot would drop 'The Egyptian King' after copping more indirect criticism from Salah after last week's loss at Aston Villa, the 33-year-old started in the right wing role he's made his own since first arriving from Roma in 2017.
Mohamed Salah officially cemented his legendary status at Liverpool by surpassing Steven Gerrard to become the outright top assist provider for the Reds in Premier League history. In Sunday's game against Brentford, the Egyptian winger produced a magnificent assist for Curtis Jones before being substituted to a standing ovation in the 74th minute, marking his 93rd assist in the English top flight.
Mohamed Salah warned Liverpool’s dressing room about the pressures of life at Anfield as he prepared for his final appearance for the club. The Egyptian also reflected on his legacy, while Arne Slot paid tribute to his influence during a title-winning season.