Mohamed Salah’s remarkable Liverpool journey has officially come to an end, but few expected his next destination. The Egyptian superstar has completed a surprise free transfer to Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor, signing a two year contract after ending his Liverpool stay a year earlier than planned.
For months, Saudi Arabia appeared to be the most likely destination for one of football’s biggest names. Instead, Trabzonspor have secured one of the most eye catching signings in the club’s history, bringing in a player whose reputation extends far beyond Turkish football.
Salah leaves Liverpool as one of the greatest players to wear the famous red shirt. Across nine unforgettable seasons at Anfield, he scored 257 goals in 442 appearances and helped the club win seven major trophies. His pace, consistency and eye for goal transformed Liverpool into one of Europe’s strongest teams.
His departure, however, came after a difficult final campaign. Despite signing a contract extension in April 2025, Salah and Liverpool agreed to end the deal early following a challenging season that included being dropped from the team and a public disagreement with then head coach Arne Slot.
The move closes one of the Premier League’s finest careers but opens an intriguing new challenge. At 34, Salah still has the quality to influence games, while Trabzonspor gain not only an elite goalscorer but also a leader whose experience could inspire a new generation of players.
The transfer is also significant because it breaks expectations. Liverpool previously rejected a reported £150 million offer from Saudi club Al Ittihad, and many believed the Middle East would eventually become Salah’s next home. Instead, he has chosen a league eager to raise its profile with one of the game’s biggest global stars.
Trabzonspor supporters will now dream of memorable European nights and domestic success with Salah leading the attack. For Liverpool fans, the farewell marks the end of an era, but his legacy at Anfield remains secure and unlikely to fade anytime soon.
