By Pedro Ayobami
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Former Manchester United assistant manager René Meulensteen has sounded a warning to Liverpool, stating that the ongoing contract saga surrounding Mohamed Salah could potentially cost the Reds the Premier League title this season. With Salah’s current deal set to expire at the end of the season, Liverpool are yet to extend the winger’s contract, leaving his future at Anfield uncertain.
Meulensteen emphasized the importance of resolving Salah’s contract situation as soon as possible, citing the potential consequences of failing to do so. “Mohamed Salah is unique. Liverpool would be silly not to get that [his contract extension] sorted and it needs to be sooner rather than later,” Meulensteen stated.
The former Manchester United assistant manager warned that the speculation and uncertainty surrounding Salah’s future could have a negative impact on the team’s performance, particularly if things “turn sour.” Meulensteen also drew parallels with the contract situations of Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, highlighting the need for Liverpool to address these issues promptly.
Meulensteen’s most pressing concern, however, is the potential for Salah to leave Liverpool in the January transfer window, should a substantial offer be made by a rival club. “What I will say about Salah is that his future could be the reason they don’t win the title. If a genuine offer comes in, maybe a huge bid from Saudi Arabia during January and Liverpool decide they don’t want to lose him for free—him walking out the door could cost them the title,” Meulensteen cautioned.
With Salah having already scored 13 goals in 14 league games this season, his departure would undoubtedly be a significant blow to Liverpool’s title hopes. As the January transfer window approaches, Liverpool must act swiftly to resolve Salah’s contract situation and prevent a potentially disastrous outcome.
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