Where Will Mo Salah Head Next? MLS and Saudi Pro League in the Mix After World Cup
Egypt came close to toppling Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but ultimately fell short. With their tournament journey ending, Mo Salah now faces a fresh challenge: choosing his next club. His contract with Liverpool has expired, making him a free agent, and he waited until the World Cup concluded before considering his options.
Who’s Interested in Signing Salah?
While European giants might still hold appeal, recent whispers point toward two main contenders: the Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States and the Saudi Pro League. The Saudi clubs are likely offering more lucrative deals. Still, MLS has shown it can attract star players like Lionel Messi, which could make the U.S. an attractive destination for Salah.
According to ESPN’s latest transfer update: "Major League Soccer clubs have made calls to look into the availability of Mohamed Salah, who has been a free agent since the expiry of his Liverpool contract and continues to receive attention from the Saudi Pro League, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The 34-year-old has previously refused to commit to deciding his future, but now the World Cup is over the Egypt international will make a decision."
There’s no rush for Salah, but settling on a new team soon makes sense. It’s possible he might explore MLS opportunities firsthand while in the U.S., though no reports confirm that yet.
The Weight of Salah’s Next Move
Wherever Mo Salah lands, it will be significant. He is undoubtedly one of football’s modern legends, and his choice will attract worldwide attention.
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