Liverpool’s Egyptian winger Mohamed Salah has provided a concerning update on his future at the club, revealing that negotiations over a new contract are at a standstill.
Salah’s comments came after he starred in Liverpool’s 5-0 demolition of West Ham on Sunday, scoring one goal and providing assists for Cody Gakpo and Diogo Jota’s strikes. The victory extended Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League table to eight points, with a game in hand.
However, despite the team’s impressive form, Salah’s contract situation remains a major concern for the club’s fans. The 32-year-old’s current deal expires in the summer, and he will be able to negotiate with clubs outside England from January, when he enters the final six months of his contract.
Speaking to Sky Sports after the West Ham match, Salah said: “No, we are far away from [agreeing a new contract]. I don’t want to put something in the media and people start saying stuff, but nothing really [has] moved on. For now, I’m focused on the team and hopefully we win the Premier League.”
Liverpool will be keen to resolve the Salah contract situation as soon as possible, with the player’s future at the club hanging in the balance. The Reds return to action on 5 January, when they host rivals Manchester United at Anfield.
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