Mohamed Salah could reverse his decision to leave Liverpool this summer, but only if significant changes occur at Anfield. According to recent reports, the Egyptian forward has not entirely closed the door on extending his Merseyside tenure, contingent on two major conditions involving the club's leadership.
The 2024-25 season has been a watershed moment for Liverpool. The Reds are defending their 20th league title with disappointing performances, and internal tensions have surfaced between star players and head coach Arne Slot. Salah, whose form has noticeably dipped compared to previous campaigns, publicly criticized the team's tactical approach after Friday's defeat to Aston Villa, calling for a return to "heavy metal attacking football" reminiscent of the Jurgen Klopp era.
What Changes Must Happen?
The conditions for Salah's potential U-turn are clear: regime change must occur at Liverpool. Specifically, Slot would need to depart, and the club's directors—who still retain confidence in the manager but are themselves only one year from contract expiration—would also require replacement. Associates of the Liverpool forward, speaking privately, have suggested he has not entirely abandoned hopes of remaining at the club despite public announcements of his summer exit.
Salah's current contract expires in 2026, leaving one year on his deal. Rather than stagger toward that deadline, all parties initially agreed a summer departure would be cleanest. However, the backward spiral in results and deteriorating relationships have reopened conversations. Fabrizio Romano confirmed on his YouTube channel that while FSG ownership maintains support for Slot currently, the mood has shifted following a string of defeats this season, including 20 league losses.
The FSG Response
FSG have reportedly rethought their position on Slot's future. Sources indicate the ownership is considering replacements, with four candidates under evaluation. Yet Romano emphasized that as of this weekend, Liverpool had not approached any alternative manager—including Xabi Alonso—signaling no imminent decision. The organization remains conflicted between backing their manager and acknowledging the sustained negative trajectory plaguing the Premier League champions.
For Salah to remain, fundamental restructuring would need to happen before next season. Without such changes, the world-class attacker appears destined for the exit door, ending one of the modern Premier League's most prolific partnerships. His next move will reshape Liverpool's attacking setup for years to come.
