Klopp responds to Al-Ittihad's interest in Mohamed Salah

Published August 27th, 2023 - 01:14 GMT
Liverpool's Egyptian striker #11 Mohamed Salah warms up ahead of the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in London on August 13, 2023. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS / AFP)
Liverpool's Egyptian striker #11 Mohamed Salah warms up ahead of the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in London on August 13, 2023. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS / AFP)

Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp has admitted that the potential loss of Mohamed Salah to Al-Ittihad would be a "catastrophe".

The 31-year-old star is being targeted by the Saudi Pro League champions.

Reports claimed that the Egyptian winger has informed the Reds of his desire to join the Saudi club.

Al-Ittihad have offered £80 million for Salah who is set to earn £65m per year, and are now awaiting for Liverpool's reply.

Klopp spoke to Sky Sports about the current situation and responded by saying: "Mo is a super experienced player and 100% committed to us here, to the club. No, I don't worry about that to be honest. 

"A normal club in the Premier League or in other leagues, it's always possible that a big club comes in and wants players off you. Now that market is extended. I don't know if I'm worried about it or not, we will have to see.

"When we can't react anymore it's a catastrophe. That's the truth. That's why I asked already, a few weeks ago, the authorities to maybe have a look at that would be really bad if they can just pick players." 

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