Mohamed Salah told to 'think about' Wrexham transfer by Ryan Reynolds as Hollywood co-owner sends direct message to Liverpool star amid Deadpool & Wolverine promo tour with Hugh Jackman

With Salah now in the last year of his Liverpool contract, speculation over his future continues to rumble on - although he appears set on playing for the Reds this season. Amid links with the Saudi Pro League, Hollywood actor Reynolds has sent a cheeky plea to the Egyptian international to join the League One side; while Hugh Jackman sang the praises of the 32-year-old.

Ahead of promoting Deadpool & Wolverine, the duo were asked which Premier League footballer they would be.

Jackman said: "Mo Salah. I mean to be even in the same sentence as you is incredibly cool."

The Australian then read off a card: "Much like Salah, Jackman is renowned for his professionalism and dedication to his craft, delivering world class performances time and time again. Jackman has enjoyed a long and successful career in Hollywood with Salah also achieving sustained excellence over many years in the Premier League. Both are admired for their work ethic, consistency and longevity."

Reynolds interjected: "I feel Salah is getting a short shrift here. I feel like we could probably expound a bit more on his accomplishments. No, no, carry on with your vanity project."

Jackman later added: "I went to see you, while we were filming, play against Crystal Palace and I think you're awesome and amazing and please, please, please respond to my DM's."

Reynolds then said: "Ryan Reynolds, co chairman, Wrexham AFC. Mo you would be warmly embraced at the Racecourse Ground in North Wales."

Jackson added: "You wouldn't get a full 90 minutes but probably like 20 minutes every game," before Reynolds cheekily said: "All we need is five. Think about it."

Salah has done wonders for Liverpool since joining from Roma in 2017. During his time at Anfield he has helped the Reds win Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup titles but he could leave for free in 2025. While a Wrexham move is very unlikely, you can't knock Reynolds for trying.

Reynolds' Wrexham team continue their North America pre-season tour with a clash against Premier League side Chelsea this week, before taking on Major League Soccer outfit the Vancouver Whitecaps. Liverpool, meanwhile, are due to face Real Betis in a friendly clash this weekend.