Liverpool face a potential summer earthquake as Turkish champions Galatasaray prepare a stunning £70 million raid for Egyptian king Mohamed Salah.
The shock move is being personally orchestrated by Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk, who sees the 31-year-old forward as the perfect marquee signing to bolster their Champions League campaign next season.
Turkish Giants Ready to Break the Bank
According to reports emerging from Turkey, Galatasaray are willing to smash their transfer record to bring Salah to Istanbul. The ambitious club believe they can tempt Liverpool with a substantial fee despite the player's age and contract situation.
This isn't the first time Salah has been linked with a move to Turkey, but this approach appears more serious than previous speculation. With Salah entering the final year of his Liverpool contract this summer, the timing could prove crucial.
Salah's Liverpool Legacy Under Threat
The Egyptian superstar has been a revelation since joining Liverpool from Roma in 2017, scoring over 200 goals and winning every major honour including the Premier League and Champions League.
However, with Liverpool undergoing a transitional period under new manager Arne Slot and Salah showing occasional signs of decline this season, Galatasaray sense an opportunity to pull off one of the summer's biggest transfers.
Champions League Football the Key Bait
Galatasaray can offer Salah guaranteed Champions League football next season, something that remains uncertain for Liverpool as they battle for Premier League positioning. The Turkish club's passionate fanbase and Istanbul's unique appeal could also factor into any decision.
Would Liverpool really consider selling their iconic number 11? The financial offer might prove too good to refuse for a player who could leave for free in 2025, especially as the club continues its rebuild.
One thing is certain - this summer transfer window just got a lot more interesting for Liverpool fans worldwide.
