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      Mo Salah ‘on brink of signing new Liverpool contract’ after Egyptian attacker went public over negotiation deadlock

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      MOHAMED SALAH is on the brink of penning a new deal with Liverpool, it’s been claimed.The Egyptian winger’s current contract with the Reds – who he joined in June 2017 – expires at the end of the season.Mohamed Salah’s current contract with Liverpool expires in the summerCredit: GETTYBut the Egyptian is said to have struck a new two-year deal with the RedsCredit: REXSalah, 32, claimed late last month that the club hadn’t approached him about extending his stay on Merseyside.But the Reds brass are now said to have offered the Egypt international a new contract.That’s according to The Mirror, who claim Salah is on the brink of penning a new two-year deal at Anfield.Salah is said to have demanded a new three-year deal to commit his future to the club, who were reportedly only willing to offer him a new one-year contract.READ MORE ON SALAHBoth parties, however, are said to have recently reached a “compromise” over a new two-year contract.News of Salah’s reported new two-year deal come just days after ex-Egypt international Haytham Farouk claimed the former Chelsea and Roma man had inked a new contract.Along with a picture of himself and Salah, he wrote on X: “Congratulations on renewing your contract with the number you like and the period you want.”The Egyptian king rules with his own judgments.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFive Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack RosserSalah’s reported new deal will be music to the ears of Kopites around the world.He’s scored a whopping 15 goals and racked up 12 assists in 21 appearances in all competitions this season.Salah further put Liverpool fans on red alert last Sunday by hinting their 2-0 win over Manchester City could be the last time he plays the Prem champions at Anfield.“Honestly that’s what’s in my head,” he told Sky Sports when asked if it will be the last time he City at Anfield.“This is in all probability the last City game I will play for Liverpool so I am just going to enjoy it.“The atmosphere was incredible so I will enjoy every second here.“Hopefully we just win the league and will see what will happen.”Salah and his team-mates will be back in action on Tuesday evening, travelling to Spain to take on Girona in the Champions League. More

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      Everton vs Liverpool CALLED OFF due to safety fears as Storm Darragh KOs final Goodison derby and matches around UK

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      THE Merseyside Derby between Everton and Liverpool has been CALLED OFF due to dangerous weather.But Manchester United’s clash with Nottingham Forest is tentatively slated to GO AHEAD.Today’s Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool has been cancelledCredit: GettyThe high winds caused by Storm Darragh has resulted in the final league Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park to be axedCredit: PABoth clubs made the decision to postpone the match due to safety fearsCredit: PAStorm Darragh is wreaking havoc up and down the country, with several services being disrupted.The storm led to the cancellation of two Championship games on Friday.And it’s claimed this afternoon’s match between Everton and Liverpool at Goodison Park.An Everton statement read: “Everton’s Premier League fixture against Liverpool, scheduled for 12.30pm (GMT) today has been postponed.READ MORE ON STORM DARRAGH”Following a Safety Advisory Group meeting at Goodison Park, attended by officials from both clubs, as well as representatives from Merseyside Police and Liverpool City Council this morning, it was decided that, due to the risk to safety in the local area due to strong wind gusts, and an amber severe wind warning that remains in place until 6am on Sunday, today’s fixture should be postponed on safety grounds.”We apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank supporters for their understanding. Whilst we appreciate this will be deeply disappointing for supporters, the safety of fans, staff and players is of paramount importance.”Information relating to a rearranged date for the fixture will be announced in due course.”All tickets purchased for the original fixture will remain valid for the rearranged fixture.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSStorm Darragh has left a trail of destruction up and down the countryFlood have been reported nationwide, with a driver in Essex getting stuck in 4ft floods yesterdayThe Met Office has issued a red warningFans of both teams were quick to react to the postponement.One wrote on X: “Should of done it last night.”Everton fans say ‘I feel sick just looking at it’ as new video of Bramley Moore Dock stadium go viral Another said: “Weather can really throw a wrench in the plans, but safety comes first.”And another said: “Safety comes first. Gutted though.”One remarked: “Yeah fair enough.”Another chimed in: “Wrong time to call it off – call it off at 10.30 and give it chance to calm down.”Poor decision this because I bet it’s absolutely fine at 12.30.”The Reds’ trip to Goodison was set to be an historic one.It would have been the final league Merseyside Derby at Goodison before Everton move into their new stadium at Bramley Moore Dock.Given its proximity to Liverpool, there were fears that United’s clash with Forest at Old Trafford could also fall victim to Darragh.But as it stands, the match – which is scheduled to get underway at 5:30pm – will GO AHEAD.A United statement read: “Today’s Premier League fixture at Old Trafford between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest is scheduled to go ahead as planned. “The club will continue to consult the relevant authorities throughout the day and will update supporters immediately if anything changes. “We understand that fan travel will be disrupted by the weather so this fixture will not be included in the minimum number of games a season that season tickets must be used.”Aston Villa, Brentford and Crystal Palace also issued statements confirming their respective matches against Southampton, Newcastle United and Manchester City will are expected to go ahead as scheduled.Storm Darragh has so far claimed four fixtures this afternoon.Watford’s and Plymouth’s respective Championship clashes Cardiff and Oxford United have been called off.Bristol Rovers’ League One showdown with Bolton Wanderers has also been postponed.And AFC Barrow, Newport and Notts County’s respective League Two clashes with MK Dons, Carlisle United and Colchester United have also fallen by the wayside.Storm Darragh began battering the UK on Friday with winds of 92mph.The Met Office quickly issued a stay at home order for millions of people with a red warning.READ MORE SUN STORIESA red warning indicates serious danger to life. The National Grid has revealed that Darragh has left a whopping 32,600 homes in the Midlands and the south west without electricity. More

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      ‘Congratulations on renewing your contract’ – Liverpool star Mo Salah has signed new deal, claims ex-Egypt international

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      MOHAMED SALAH has penned a new deal with Liverpool, it’s sensationally been claimed.The Egypt international’s current contract with the Merseysiders expires at the end of the season.Mohamed Salah’s contract with Liverpool expires at the end of the seasonCredit: REXThe Egypt international has hinted that he could leave Anfield this summerCredit: REXBut former Egypt star Haytham Farouk has claimed Salah has inked a new dealCredit: X@HAYTHAMFAROUKThe 32-year-old revealed late last month that the club hadn’t approached him about penning a new deal.But it’s now been claimed that the winger – who was the subject of interest from Saudi Arabia last summer – has extended his stay at Anfield.Former Egypt international Haytham Farouk made the stunning claim on X along with a snap of himself smiling with Salah.He wrote: “Congratulations on renewing your contract with the number you like and the period you want. READ MORE ON SALAH”The Egyptian king rules with his own judgments.”Farouk’s post spread like wildfire and received a slew of comments from Liverpool fans.One wrote: “Oh rahh!”Another said: “I want this to be true.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFive Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack RosserAnd another said with a praying emoji: “Please be real, please be real.”One remarked: “Lad, you better not be having me on.”Mo Salah admits he’s ‘more OUT than in’ as he piles pressure on Liverpool to offer him a new contractAnother chimed in: “If you’re lying I’ll punch your head off you idiot.”Salah has been Liverpool’s star performer this season and played a major role in the Reds establishing a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League table.The former Chelsea and Roma man has scored a whopping 15 goals and racked up 12 assists in 21 appearances in all competitions.Reds supporters are eager for Salah to extend his stay on Merseyside, although the fan favourite hinted that he could soon be moving on after their 2-0 win over Manchester City last Sunday.“Honestly that’s what’s in my head,” he told Sky Sports when asked if it will be the last time he faces Pep Guardiola’s men at Anfield.“This is in all probability the last City game I will play for Liverpool so I am just going to enjoy it.“The atmosphere was incredible so I will enjoy every second here.“Hopefully we just win the league and will see what will happen.”Kop icon Jamie Carragher demanded Salah be given a new deal after his exploits in Wednesday’s 3-3 draw with Newcastle.Days after claiming Salah was “selfish”, Carragher roared: “”Give him what he wants.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFormer Manchester United defender Gary Neville responded: “F*** off honestly. “Sat there asking for a draw, honestly.” More

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      Newcastle 3 Liverpool 3: Caomihin Kelleher howler costs Reds all three points despite Mo Salah’s genius

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      THIS was an absolute throwback to the classic encounters between these two clubs in the nineties.What a game and what a performance from both sets of players in an absolutely stunning second-half.Fabian Schar celebrates his late equaliser for NewcastleCredit: GettySchar punished a Kelleher error by squeezing the ball homeCredit: ReutersMohamed Salah must be wondering how he left the pitch with only one point after scoring twice hitting the bar and providing an assist.He thought he had the winner when in the 83rd minute he grabbed his second goal to put Liverpool 3-2 ahead.But Newcastle were worthy of a point and in the final minute of normal time earned it through Fabian Schar.Howe had called on his players to ‘relish the test’ and they certainly did that, as did a packed St.James’.MOST READ IN FOOTBALLRight from the off Newcastle were on the front foot.They hounded their opponents down in a way that Liverpool do at their best.Three visitors found themselves in the book by the break, and each time, it was to stop Newcastle from breaking away after winning the ball.On 34 minutes they were ahead and what a goal and what a noise to greet it.Most read in FootballAlexander Isak cracked a stunning breakthrough at St James’ ParkCredit: APCurtis Jones levelled for Liverpool just after the breakCredit: RexFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBruno Guimaraes fed the ball forward to Alexander Isak who moved it away from Van Dijk with ease to give him the space to release a shot that curled into the top right hand corner.What a chance Newcastle then had to make it two just four minutes after that.Ruben Dias snaps at reporter and says ‘maybe have a think about that’ in prickly interview after defeat to Liverpool Gordon chased a long punt forward from Isak but Joe Gomez looked to have the situation under control.The former Everton player’s harrying, however, panicked him and his weak pass back was pounced on by the electric United wideman. He was through with just Caoimhin Kelleher to beat as St James’ rose in anticipation.The goalkeeper made himself big, Gordon tried to squeeze a shot through his legs but the Liverpool stopper blocked it.It became even more costly when Liverpool equalised five minutes after the restart.They were never going to play as badly as they had done in the first period and had come back out fired up.If this is to be Salah’s farewell tour it promises to be a memorable one as heb provided a stunning assist to help put Liverpool level.Mac Allister sent the ball forward from the back to Salah to stride onto.Isak salutes his special opener against Prem leaders LiverpoolCredit: ReutersJones hails his brilliant equaliser at NewcastleCredit: APThe Egyptian’s control is magnificent as he just rolls the ball around his boot without looking.Lewis Hall may as well not have been there as he tried to stop him doing any damage.He was just waiting for a teammate to make a run into the box and then with a flick of the outside of his boot Salah perfectly placed the ball into the path of Curtis Jones to fire into the near top corner.Liverpool were up and running and immediately went in search of a second.Cody Gakpo volleyed just wide and when he then headed across goal Darwin Nunez slid in at the far post but failed to connect.But Newcastle were not finished and Gordon made up for his earlier miss by putting Newcastle back in front in the 62 nd minute.Tonali laid the ball forward for Isak to release him but there was still much to do with Joe Gomez and Jarell Quansah in close attendance.He turned between the two of them and fired a low shot past Kelleher.What a game we had on our hands now as six minutes later Liverpool drew level.Trent Alexander-Arnold had just come on when he went on an overlapping run down the right and pulled the ball across goal for Salah to scoop in.Even when he doesn’t connect properly they go in.Newcastle almost hit back when Jacob Murphy broke free and Kelleher advanced towards him but his attempted chip landed wide.It was all action.Newcastle had cries for a penalty ignored when Isak went down under a challenge from Quansah.Salah then hit the bar and then put Liverpool ahead.Alexander-Arnold had changed the game with his introduction as he provided the assist again.Salah had his back to goal and Dan Burn right on him but in a blur he turned and shot and the travelling faithful were celebrating.It wasn’t over and in the last minute of normal time Guimaraes free kick looped over everyone including a flapping Kelleher and from the tightest of angles Fabian Schar slid the ball home.READ MORE SUN STORIESIb the last second Newcastle broke three on two but the referee blew for full time.What a game.Arne Slot’s Liverpool remain well clear at the top after drawingCredit: AFPSandro Tonali saw his early shot saved by Reds’ keeper Caoimhin KelleherCredit: Getty More

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      £120,000-a-week forgotten Liverpool star Federico Chiesa makes shock return for U21s

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      FEDERICO CHIESA made his return on the pitch for Liverpool Under-21s. The Italian joined the Premier League leaders this summer in a deal worth £12.5million from Juventus. Federico Chiesa made his return on the pitch for Liverpool Under-21sCredit: GettyBut he has managed only three appearances amid ongoing injuries. Chiesa did make his return in U21 action against FC Nordsjaelland, levelling after ten minutes as Liverpool’s first-team played Newcastle. The winger will hope to return to first-team action as Liverpool top the table heading into their trip to Newcastle. Old boss Jurgen Klopp had already tried to get the Euro 2020-winner last summer.READ MORE IN footballAnd the German had even tried to get Chiesa two years previously as well, in the wake of his starring performances at the Euros.However Klopp was repeatedly frustrated in his pursuit of the forward – with Juventus demanding £51m even after Chiesa’s form had taken a hit following a devastating knee injury.But the Reds swooped to finally get their man this year – for a whopping £41MILLION cheaper but on wages of £120,000-a-week.That was despite the former Fiorentina playing 33 Serie A games last season, notching his best Juventus goals tally, with nine.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChiesa signed a four-year deal with Liverpool as Slot’s first signing.He did suffer an anterior cruciate ligament injury in January 2022, ruling him out for seven months.That has limited him to just six Serie A starts across the past 18 months.Ruben Dias snaps at reporter and says ‘maybe have a think about that’ in prickly interview after defeat to Liverpool More

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      Liverpool offer Virgil van Dijk new contract and are set to finally try to tie Mo Salah down to new deal

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      LIVERPOOL captain Virgil van Dijk has been offered a new contract, according to reports.The Prem leaders, who are nine points clear of Arsenal and Chelsea, are now expected to follow suit by offering Mohamed Salah an extension.Virgil van Dijk has reportedly been offered a new Liverpool dealLiverpool need to move fast to nail Mo Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold downThe Reds are bidding to end uncertainty over Van Dijk’s future by tying the Netherlands star down to a new agreement.The defender, who earns £220,000-per-week, is amongst a trio of Liverpool stars at risk of being allowed to leave the club for free.Van Dijk, Trent Alexander-Arnold and the club’s highest earner Salah all have a few months remaining on their deals.But Liverpool have kicked things off with an opening bid to keep Van Dijk, 33, beyond June, according to The Athletic.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHowever, the proposal reportedly fell short of his expectations and so far there has been no breakthrough on the value or length of an extension.All three are Liverpool legends and have played a crucial role in the Reds’ brilliant start to the season under new boss Arne Slot.Liverpool have also taken “concrete steps” in contract negotiations with Salah.The 32-year-old winger’s future has taken precedence among fans and media.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Egyptian superstar had dropped multiple hints that his eight-year reign at Anfield might be coming to an end.After Sunday’s 2-0 win over Man City, he said: “Honestly that’s what’s in my head — this is in all probability the last City game I will play for Liverpool so I am just going to enjoy it.Jamie Carragher slams Mo Salah over ‘selfish’ interview after Liverpool star reveals he’s ‘more out than in'”The atmosphere was incredible so I will enjoy every second here.”Last month he told Sky Sports that “no offer” had been made to extend his stay.So far the club’s owners, FSG, have refused to bow to his wage demands and he knows there would be mega money on offer in the Saudi Pro League.Salah again underlined his importance to the Reds and their title pursuit as he took his tally for the season to 13.Boyhood Liverpool fan Alexander-Arnold, meanwhile, has also not been offered a contract extension yet.He has been repeatedly linked with a move away to join England best pal Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid.In theory, the 26-year-old right-back is free to sign a pre-contract agreement with an overseas club in January, with his current contract set to expire in June.Meanwhile, Van Dijk and Salah have started every Prem game this season, as has midfielder Ryan Gravenberch.READ MORE SUN STORIESSalah previously signed a long-term extension in 2022 at a time when his future was under similar concern before putting pen-to-paper on a £350,000-per-week deal.Liverpool currently sit top of the Prem with 34 points from a possible 39, having only lost 1-0 to Nottingham Forest.Five Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More

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      Huge Mo Salah transfer update as president of European giants linked with Liverpool star breaks silence

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      LIVERPOOL superstar Mohamed Salah has been linked with a blockbuster move to a Champions League rival.And the president of the European giants has now spoken out about the deal.Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-GermainCredit: RexPSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi insists there is no interest for Liverpool star SalahCredit: GettySalah, 32, has been on fire this season with 13 goals and 11 assists in 20 appearances with the Reds, whom he has led to the top of the Premier League table.However, the winger’s contract runs out in June and there has been no progress regarding a new deal for the Egypt international who counts a staggering total of 224 goals and 100 assists in 369 games.That has led to links with clubs from Saudi Arabia, with Al-Ittihad reportedly bidding a whopping £150million for Salah last year.Paris Saint-Germain have also been touted as a potential destination for the Liverpool talisman.Read More on FootballPSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has a close relationship with the ex-Roma star.However, Al-Khelaifi poured cold water on the transfer speculation linking Salah with a move to Parc des Princes.The businessman insists the rumours are “simply false” and the French champions “never thought about him”.Al-Khelaifi told Sky Sports: “It’s not true. He’s a fantastic and extraordinary player, but we never thought about him, to be honest.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We know that all the clubs would like to have him, but this rumour about us is simply false.”Salah has dropped repeated hints that he may leave Liverpool by the summer.Mo Salah admits he’s ‘more OUT than in’ as he piles pressure on Liverpool to offer him a new contractThe forward stated last month that there has been no offer from the Merseysiders and that he is “probably more out than in”.The ex-Fiorentina star also hinted Sunday’s 2-0 win over Manchester City – where he scored a goal and provided an assist – may have been the last time he ever faces Pep Guardiola’s side at Anfield.Nevertheless, Salah is open to a new one-year contract despite growing frustrations over the club’s handling of his situation. More

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      Mo Salah ‘growing increasingly frustrated at Liverpool’ and unconvinced Reds will meet his wage demands for new deal

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      MOHAMED SALAH is open to a new one-year contract at Liverpool – despite growing frustrations over the club’s handling of his situation.The Egyptian superstar is out of contract on Merseyside in the summer and said last month there is currently no offer on the table with Liverpool refusing to budge on their wage structure.Mohamed Salah is growing frustrated and unconvinced Liverpool will meet his wage demandsCredit: PASalah is open to a new one-year contract extension at LiverpoolCredit: RexIn July 2022, Salah signed a three-year deal worth around £350k-a-week – and the player is hoping for a similar extension with a pay increase to stay at the club.However, according to The Athletic, Salah, 32, would be willing to sign on for a further 12 months to temporarily end the debate over his future as they battle for the Prem title.His priority is to stay at the club where he has won one Prem title, one Champions League, one Uefa Super Cup, one Fifa Club World Cup, one FA Cup and one EFL cup, scoring 224 goals in 369 games.Yet talks look set to drag on with Liverpool still not revealing their position, something that has left Salah fuming with the club hierarchy.Read More on FootballIn a messy war of words with the club he has spent eight successful years at, Salah suggested he is “more out than in” after the 3-2 Prem victory at Southampton on November 24.And in the aftermath of the 2-0 win against Manchester City last weekend – having scored one and created another – he hinted this will be the last time he faces Pep Guardiola’s side at Anfield.Salah will be free to speak to foreign clubs from January 1 and has attracted interest from several European giants, including Paris Saint-Germain, as well as numerous Saudi sides.In the summer of 2023, a £150million offer from Al-Ittihad was turned down.Most read in FootballBut Liverpool insist that ongoing discussions have been positive with Salah, a player who has scored 13 goals in 20 games in all competitions under new manager Arne Slot.The Merseysiders are top of the Premier League table with nine points separating them from second-placed Arsenal.Mo Salah admits he’s ‘more OUT than in’ as he piles pressure on Liverpool to offer him a new contractThe Reds have won 11 out of 13 Prem matches under Slot and only lost once. More