November 26th 2024.
The future of Mohamed Salah at Liverpool has been a hot topic of discussion lately. Many believe that contract negotiations between the club and the star player have hit a roadblock, and former Liverpool player Michael Owen has weighed in on the matter.
Salah's recent performance, scoring two goals to secure a 3-2 victory against Southampton, has once again highlighted his importance to the team. However, despite his impressive start to the season, the Egyptian forward's contract is set to expire at the end of the season, leaving his future with the Reds uncertain.
After the match, Salah expressed his frustration to the media, revealing that he had yet to receive an offer for a new contract and was disappointed by the lack of communication from the club. He also stated that he was fully focused on the season and winning the Premier League and Champions League, but his contract situation was a cause for concern.
While his comments were met with criticism from Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher, Owen, who himself left Anfield for Real Madrid in 2004, offered a different perspective. He suggested that the reason for the stalemate in negotiations was because Salah was looking for a longer-term contract.
"I think fans around the world will be very disappointed with the club if that's the case," Owen said on Optus Sport. "If Mo Salah is saying he hasn't received an offer, then it's not a good look for the club."
Owen went on to explain that younger players prefer shorter contracts to maintain their desirability, while older players seek stability and security. He also shared that his sources have informed him that the main issue between Salah and the club is the length of the contract he desires.
"It's possible that Salah is asking for a longer contract, and the club may feel that it's too much," Owen continued. "So they might not even be sitting down to discuss it because Salah has made it clear that he wants a longer contract."
The former Liverpool striker also pointed out that Salah's recent interview has only added fuel to the fire, with fans questioning the club's handling of the situation. However, it's not just Salah who is facing an uncertain future, as key defenders Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold are also free to talk to other clubs in January as their contracts come to an end.
It remains to be seen how the contract negotiations will progress and whether Salah will remain a vital part of Liverpool's future. But one thing is for sure, the situation has caused quite a stir among fans and has put the spotlight on the club's handling of player contracts.
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