Salah's surprise exit from Liverpool to Turkish sub‑topper Trabzonspor

Mohamed Salah touched down in Istanbul around midday today, before boarding a flight to Trabzon, confirming his departure from Liverpool to join Turkish sub‑topper Trabzonspor. The 34‑year‑old Egyptian international is set to continue his career in Turkey after nine years at Anfield.

Trabzonspor posted Salah’s travel itinerary on its social‑media channels. The club also confirmed that both parties are currently in negotiations.

No signed contract has been announced yet. The online activity underscores the club’s desire to secure the Egyptian attacker.

During his nine‑year spell at Liverpool, Salah became a club legend with 257 goals, a tally exceeded by only two players in the club’s history. His honours include two Premier League titles and a Champions League triumph.

The previous season proved difficult for the forward, as a strained relationship with coach Arne Slot led to a turbulent campaign. Although his contract ran until 2027, Liverpool granted him a free transfer, allowing him to seek a new challenge abroad.

Trabzonspor finished third in the most recent Turkish competition, positioning themselves as a strong contender for further success. The club had previously won the Turkish championship in 2022.

Traditionally, Trabzonspor sit behind Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe and Besiktas as the fourth‑largest club in Turkey, but their recent third‑place finish signals an upward trajectory.

In Trabzon, Salah will join former Ajax goalkeeper André Onana and Rotterdam native Sidny Lopes Cabral, who was praised for scoring the most beautiful goal of the tournament at the last World Cup.

The move represents a surprising step for the Egyptian star, linking him with a club eager to build on its recent rise and offering him a fresh platform in the Turkish league.