Transfer market: El-Hadji Diouf sends Mohamed Salah to a rival of Liverpool FC

With his contract ending with Liverpool FC next June, Mohamed Salah has yet to find an exit strategy. However, Senegalese legend El-Hadji Diouf, who is closely watching the Egyptian star's performance, envisions him at another top Premier League club.

El-Hadji Diouf, like many other observers, is particularly focused on Mohamed Salah's future. Despite his stellar season with Liverpool FC, the Reds' management is hesitant to extend his contract. His age (33 years) could be a factor, especially given the physical demands of his position. Since his arrival at Liverpool in 2017, Mohamed Salah has provided the club with what it needed. Eight years later, it might be time for the Pharaoh to seek new horizons.

In response to this question, El-Hadji Diouf has made up his mind. For the two-time African Golden Ball winner, the former AS Roma player still has the energy to thrive in a major European club. The former Lion of Teranga didn't have to look far to find the ideal next destination for Salah:

I think a club like Manchester City could be that club. Yes, it's a bit of a crazy idea, but why not? Because Pep Guardiola would know perfectly how to utilize a player like Salah, and the club has the financial means.

There will undoubtedly be quite a few departures at City next summer. If Guardiola stays, he will want to rebuild a team, and why not around Salah? I think the collaboration between a great coach like Pep Guardiola and a footballer of Salah's caliber could work. I'm convinced of it.

It's worth noting that PSG had inquired about the Egyptian forward without advancing the process. Joining a Gulf club is also among the possibilities for the Egyptian in his thirties.

Lydiane N'Po |

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