The 31-year-old has less than 18 months left on his deal at the Reds and has previously been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League. However, a new report by Spanish publication *Mundo Deportivo* claims that Barcelona are interested in the Egypt international, who is among the highest-paid players in England. The financial situation of the Catalan giants makes it unlikely that they will pursue the former Chelsea and Roma player, or that they would be able to afford to pay him close to his current earnings.
Despite this, Barcelona reportedly view Salah as the “the best option” for what they are looking for, even though a transfer seems unrealistic at this time. Salah is currently recovering from a hamstring injury, which led to him being sidelined for Egypt at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in their third group match and round of 16 encounter against DR Congo. His decision to get treatment at Liverpool rather than with the national team caused controversy in his home country and resulted in him missing Egypt’s elimination from the competition.
It is believed that Salah could return to action for the Reds on Saturday against Brentford in the Premier League, with expectations that he may only be named among the substitutes. Open a TAB account today and join the biggest betting pools in Mzansi! Bet on Soccer 10, Soccer 13, and the all-new Soccer Score and Soccer Corners.