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Donald Trump decision impacts Mohamed Salah future as exit route impacted

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Ongoing conflict in the Middle East could impact Saudi Arabia's chances of signing Mohamed Salah, as the Liverpool legend continues to consider his soccer futureMohamed Salah's future remains unclear, but Saudi Arabia is unlikely due to geopolitical uncertainty(Image: (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images))Mohamed Salah's future remains uncertain once he leaves Liverpool, but a possible move to Saudi Arabia may have been impacted by U.S. President Donald Trump and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.Salah has announced he will leave Liverpool at the end of the 2025-26 season, prematurely ending the two-year extension he signed with the club.



Salah will forfeit the $27.8 million salary for 2026-27, but is free to move without a transfer fee as he begins a new chapter.The Egyptian winger has been heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabia, while MLS has also been listed as a possible destination. Saudi Arabia has been pursuing the most recognized Muslim soccer player for some time, and MLS would also welcome Salah with open arms.Donald Trump's strikes on Iran may impact a possible Saudi deal for Salah(Image: Getty Images)According to The Athletic, an immediate move to Saudi Arabia is unlikely due to the geopolitical uncertainty caused by the military conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran.

And I think we would provide him with a great platform."Salah is one of the most popular players in world soccer(Image: Getty Images)After Salah fell out with Liverpool head coach Arne Slot in December, transfer rumors began to swirl, and Garber said he'd welcome the Egyptian superstar to the league. It's likely that Salah will see out the 2025-26 season with full focus on Liverpool before contemplating his next steps.Salah also has the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Egypt to prepare for, which begins weeks after the domestic season ends.