Turkish club Trabzonspor begins negotiations to sign Egyptian forward Salah
Ankara, Aug 5
Turkish top-tier club Trabzonspor said they have begun negotiations regarding the transfer of Egyptian star Mohamed Salah to the side.
Salah will arrive in Istanbul on Wednesday and is scheduled to arrive in Trabzon on the same day, the club said in a statement on Turkey's public disclosure platform.
The Egyptian forward, who had left Liverpool FC at the end of the 2025-26 season, which marked the end of a remarkably successful nine-year career with the Reds, is in talks with a Turkish club to join as a free agent.
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan while speaking to A Spor said, "I had a meeting with Salah. I also met with his agent. It was a very professional, respectful meeting where both sides understood each other and there was no difficulty. We met about 10 days ago. As of yesterday, everything is clear. There's nothing to say about Salah. He's a world star. We needed a player like him. I think it will be great. May it be beneficial for our club."
Trabzonspor have won seven league titles, six of which came between 1976 and 1984. In 2022, they claimed their most recent league success, ending a 38-year wait. They are one of only six teams to have won the Turkish Super Lig.
Signed from AS Roma in the summer of 2017, the Egyptian has firmly established himself as one of the greatest players in Liverpool's history, helping the club to two Premier League titles, the Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, FA Cup and two League Cups, as well as an FA Community Shield.
His tally of 255 goals in 435 appearances to date has the Egyptian sitting third on the Reds' all-time leading goalscorers chart, winning the Premier League Golden Boot on four occasions in addition to a host of personal accolades.
— IANS
Reader Comments
This is a massive signing for Turkish football if it goes through. Salah is a global superstar, and his presence will bring so much attention to the Süper Lig. I just hope he gets the support he needs there.
Honestly, I'm a bit surprised. He could have gone to Saudi or MLS for big money. But maybe he wants to stay in Europe and play in a passionate atmosphere. Trabzonspor fans are crazy loyal, so he'll feel the love. All the best, Mo!
Great move for the league's visibility. Turkish clubs have been attracting big names lately, and Salah is the biggest yet. But at 34, I wonder how many seasons he can sustain at the top level. Still, his experience alone is priceless.
As an Indian football fan, this is exciting to see. Salah was a legend at Liverpool, and his move will inspire young players worldwide. Trabzonspor is getting a proven winner. Can't wait to see how this unfolds! 🇮🇳⚽
I hope Trabzonspor doesn't treat him like just a marketing tool. He's still a world-class player. The president's comments sound respectful, at least. Let's see if the team can build around him properly.
A Arjun K