Mohamed Salah Cuts Ties with Liverpool

Legendary Forward Departs Early

Mohamed Salah has left Liverpool after agreeing to terminate his £400k‑per‑week contract a year sooner than planned. The Egyptian star’s departure removes the club’s first‑choice right‑winger just as the Reds are scrambling for a replacement. Liverpool has so far failed to secure a marquee name to fill the void, leaving the opening at the position uncertain. The move marks the end of a major era for a player who became a key figure in the team’s recent successes.

Chiesa Already on the Fringe

Federico Chiesa, who was intended to be the next big signing, has not lived up to expectations since his £12m arrival from Juventus. Reports state that he “hasn’t cut the mustard” throughout his time at Anfield, and the club now expects him to move on as well. Even though he is under contract until 2028, interest from Bologna suggests his tenure in England is nearing its end.

Serie A Beckons for Chiesa

Calciomercato says the 28‑year‑old is being targeted by Bologna, with a salary estimate of around €6m per season. The financial burden means Bologna can only afford a loan, requiring Liverpool to shoulder a large portion of Chiesa’s wages. The Italian international is actively pushing for a return to Serie A and hopes to win his place back in the Azzurri squad. “The name of Federico Chiesa has begun circulating in the city and among those close to the Rossoblu,” a report notes, highlighting his desire for a fresh start. Despite the challenges, Tedesco’s new team will attempt to bring him back to Italy, helped by Liverpool’s wage contribution.

Liverpool’s Winger Outlook Uncertain

Chiesa was the sole major signing during the 2024/25 campaign that delivered the Premier League title, yet he featured in only two top‑flight matches the following season. After joining for £12m, hopes were high for a breakout year that never materialized. With a preseason tour of the United States looming, it remains unclear whether Chiesa will join the squad under new head coach Andoni Iraola. The situation underscores the Reds’ struggle to fill the winger slots left by Salah’s exit and Chiesa’s underwhelming spell.