Liverpool Football Club is braced for a seismic summer, with the Saudi Pro League preparing a sensational double raid to lure both Mohamed Salah and Alisson Becker away from Anfield, the Mirror can reveal.
The potential departure of two of the club's most influential figures would represent a monumental challenge for the Reds, coming on the heels of manager Jurgen Klopp's own exit. This double swoop threatens to dismantle the core of a team that has been so successful in recent years.
The Relentless Pursuit of Mo Salah
Al-Ittihad's audacious £150 million bid for Mohamed Salah last summer was merely the opening salvo. The Saudi giants, along with other state-backed clubs, are expected to return with another colossal offer when the transfer window reopens.
Despite Salah's recent injury setback, his goal-scoring prowess and global superstar status make him the league's primary target. Liverpool's previous firm stance is about to be tested once again, with the Egyptian King entering the final year of his contract.
Goalkeeping Sensation Alisson in the Spotlight
In a new and perhaps more worrying development, sources indicate that Alisson Becker is also a top-tier target for the Saudi project. The Brazilian goalkeeper is widely regarded as one of the world's best in his position.
Losing a player of Alisson's calibre would be a devastating blow. His incredible shot-stopping ability and composure with the ball at his feet are considered irreplaceable, making any potential offer a nightmare scenario for the incoming Liverpool hierarchy.
A Summer of Unprecedented Change at Anfield
The potential exodus of two key pillars of the team signals a period of intense transition. With Klopp already leaving and key players like Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold also entering the final 12 months of their deals, new sporting director Richard Hughes and the incoming manager face a daunting task.
The club's ability to resist these financial behemoths will define their immediate future. Will FSG hold firm, or will the allure of a massive transfer fee for a 31-year-old Salah and a record fee for a goalkeeper prove too tempting to refuse?
One thing is certain: all eyes will be on Merseyside this summer as the Saudi revolution looks to claim its biggest English prizes yet.
