**”Romano reveals ‘behind the scenes’ insight into Mo Salah contract talks – says the communication was clear…”**
Salah Edging Closer to Liverpool Stay After Lengthy Uncertainty
After months of anxious anticipation, it now seems Mohamed Salah is on the verge of signing a new contract with Liverpool.
On Wednesday, The Times’ Paul Joyce revealed that both Salah and Virgil van Dijk are nearing agreements on fresh deals that would keep them at Anfield for at least two more years. The 32-year-old forward had been heavily linked with a move away, with persistent interest from the Saudi Pro League and continued speculation about his future. Just last week, Saudi officials were still optimistic about landing him. However, it now appears the long-running saga is almost over.
Romano: Salah Always Wanted to Stay
Fabrizio Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, shared that Salah’s priority was always to remain with Liverpool—he simply wanted a contract that reflected his value.
“There was serious interest from Saudi Arabia, with huge offers on the table—close to the level of what they dream of offering Vinicius Junior one day,” Romano explained. “But Salah remained loyal to Liverpool. Behind the scenes, he didn’t progress talks with Saudi clubs—or with any European sides for that matter.
“For Mo, the message was always consistent: ‘I want to stay.’ Of course, financial terms were important, but an agreement has now been reached. The final details are being sorted, but it’s all but done.”
Relief for Reds Fans as Clarity Emerges
The news has brought a wave of relief among Liverpool supporters. While official announcements are still pending, the strong indications that both Salah and Van Dijk are set to extend their stays have lifted spirits, especially following a tough spell on the pitch.
Sunday’s match against West Ham could have a celebratory tone at Anfield, with fans buoyed by the prospect of two club legends continuing their journey on Merseyside.
Back in November, after a win over Southampton, Salah admitted he was “probably more out than in” and hadn’t received a new offer—comments that raised alarm bells among fans. Looking back, that may have been a tactical move to push the club’s hand, knowing that the majority of supporters would back him over ownership.
Now, with key contract situations nearing resolution, the clarity surrounding Salah and Van Dijk’s futures comes as a major boost during the final stretch of a potentially title-winning campaign.
