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      Mo Salah’s staggering off-field earnings revealed as Liverpool star tops up £400,000-a-week Anfield wages

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      LIVERPOOL superstar Mohamed Salah is making a massive profit off the field thanks to his commercial company.Salah, 31, has set the world alight ever since joining the Reds in 2017 as he has amassed a total of 207 goals and 89 assists in 337 appearances.Liverpool star Mohamed Salah made a massive profit off the fieldCredit: APSalah is Liverpool’s highest earner of all timeCredit: PAThat led to a lucrative contract in 2022 that sees the star forward earn close to a staggering £400,000 a week.According to The Mail, however, the Egypt international’s commercial company Salah UK Commercial made a profit of just over £5.4million after tax, as per their latest financial document.This comes after Salah amassed a £27m nest egg from commercial deals in just three years.The Egyptian earned £11m in personal endorsements thanks to sponsorships from the likes of Uber, Vodafone and Pepsi last season alone. Read More on FootballBut all that cash hasn’t taken Salah’s mind off his duties at Liverpool amid Jurgen Klopp’s final season in charge.The ex-Roma star has bagged a whopping 21 goals and 13 assists in 32 appearances across all competitions.However, the former Fiorentina ace’s contract runs out next year and the club is said to be planning for life without him.Salah received interest from Saudi Arabia with Al-Ittihad tabling a reported £200m bid last summer – that would have seen the forward pocket a rumoured £175m a year.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHowever, the Merseysiders’ talisman stayed put at Anfield and is spearheading a Treble bid.Liverpool are eyeing the Premier League and Europa League title this term.Liverpool preparing transfer for ‘next Mo Salah’ but face competition for £51m Eintracht Frankfurt star This comes after they beat Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley to win the Carabao Cup last month. More

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      Liverpool fans convinced club have found Jurgen Klopp’s replacement as legend returns to shadow outgoing boss

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      FANS have speculated that Fernando Torres will make a stunning return to Liverpool as manager after he shadowed outgoing boss Jurgen Klopp in training.The strike icon left Anfield under a cloud on the pitch but could come back to a sunny future off it – judging by two major factors.Manager Jurgen Klopp let Fernando Torres oversee Liverpool trainingCredit: AlamyFernando Torres was a strike legend in four years at LiverpoolCredit: GettyTorres is thriving in charge of Atletico Madrid Under-19s – and Liverpool invited him to oversee practice for Sunday’s home game with Brighton.Klopp has confirmed he’s leaving Liverpool in the summer after nine years.And the Reds’ reported top target Xabi Alonso insists he will stay as manager of runaway Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen.That helped send speculation spiralling after Torres’ special day on Merseyside.READ MORE TOP STORIESThe 40-year-old, a dashing success with the Reds from 2007-11, wanted to see how the current regime of Klopp and assistant boss Pep Lijnders operate.He told Liverpool’s X account: “I’ve had the opportunity to see how everything works from the inside, which is great.’I’m a big fan of Jurgen and his staff and all around the AXA training facility, which is very different than when I was here. “So obviously the club grows a lot, and I have the chance to see why.Most read in Football'”There are many reasons. It’s amazing to be here and to be able to meet with Jurgen and Pep and all the staff to learn and try to understand the Liverpool way.”The 110-cap Spaniard had irked some fans 13 years ago when he heralded his move to Chelsea by saying he had finally joined a “top club”.Klopp ‘yelled and screamed at’ reporter in off-air bust-up that left people ‘scared’ after storming out of TV interviewBut many are excited by the “amazing” idea of him succeeding Klopp.”Could Torres be the next Liverpool coach?” asked one, and “Next coach?” posted another.Plenty more positive responses followed, such as: “He’s always welcome” … “the legend” … and “We appreciate his dedication to embodying the spirit of Liverpool Football Club.”Torres was seen in the new dressing-room footage laughing with Mo Salah.Liverpool’s Egyptian frontman then joked with England star Trent Alexander-Arnold that the Anfield old boy was “fitter than you!”TAA responded just as light-heartedly by telling Salah that Torres was a “better” finisher than him.READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile, it might be too early in the Atletico hero’s coaching career for such a big job as Liverpool.Nevertheless, after three years bossing the Madrid giants’ juniors, he could be due for some sort of step up. More

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      Liverpool preparing transfer for ‘next Mo Salah’ but face competition for £51m Eintracht Frankfurt star

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      LIVERPOOL are reportedly preparing for life without Mohamed Salah – by targeting a player tipped to be as successful as the Egyptian wizard.Salah’s Anfield future was in major doubt last summer when he was the subject of a £150million bid from club Al-Ittihad.Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool is well and truly up in the airCredit: GettyThe Reds are reportedly eyeing Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush as a potential replacement for the club iconCredit: RexHis current contract with Liverpool expires next summer and the Saudi Pro League side are expected to once again test the Merseysiders’ resolve to keep him.The club are said to be on the lookout for replacements for the 31-year-old and have reportedly got their sights set on Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush.That’s according to Bild, who claim the Reds have been impressed by what they’ve seen of Salah’s fellow Egyptian.The German newspaper claims the 25-year-old’s goalscoring exploits and ability to take on players have impressed the Premier League giants.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMarmoush has been in fine form this season, scoring 15 goals and providing six assists in all 33 appearances in all competitions.His contract at the Deutsche Bank Park is set to expire in the summer of 2027 and his agent recently hinted that he could soon move on to pastures new.Michael Reschke told Egyptian TV channel On E: “We have good plans for Marmoush.”Marmoush has been delivering outstanding performances recently and a bright future awaits him.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKEROmar Marmoush’s agent has hinted he could leave Eintracht Frankfurt in the near futureCredit: Getty”He currently has a global market, so we don’t rule out receiving offers from all over the world.“Marmoush is greatly loved within Eintracht Frankfurt, so offers are not only expected from within Germany but from all over Europe.Mohamed Salah ‘agrees Saudi contract'”This isn’t a strange matter, and we should all expect it because his performance, level, and name have become like gold currency and the energy he possesses on the pitch promotes him.“He has a completely distinctive style, his eyes are sharp, and I cannot compare him to anyone else. He is a wonderful and special player.” More

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      Harry Wilson says leaving Liverpool for Fulham took his game to another level as he dreams of Euro 2024 glory with Wales

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      HARRY WILSON reckons leaving Liverpool catapulted him to a whole new level as the Wales star eyes a Euro 2024 spot.Fulham’s £12million attacker quit Anfield in July 2021 after almost 16 years with the Reds to his dream of being a Premier League regular.Harry Wilson had hopes of making the first-team grade at Liverpool but ended up leaving for FulhamCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe Wales attacker is now a key man for both club and countryCredit: RexWilson, who went on five loans as Mo Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino stood in his way at Liverpool, is now a key man for club and country.He has replaced Wales talisman Gareth Bale as well as making 35 appearances for Marco Silva’s 12th placed side.The Dragons ace had a hand in the opening three goals in last Thursday’s 4-1 semi-final win over Finland to set up Tuesday’s play-off final showdown with Poland.And Wilson hopes his red-hot form can deliver a place in Germany this summer.READ MORE TOP STORIESWilson, who turned 27 on Friday, said: “I feel I have moved to the next level. “The move to Fulham two-and-a-half years ago now was a big one for me.“I’d been on a lot of loans from Liverpool. Although my dream as a young lad was to make it into Liverpool’s first team and play regularly, I knew that wasn’t going to be the case.“When I was 18, 19 and 20, I was trying to get into the team but they had, arguably, the best front three in the world. Most read in Euro 2024″So all the loans I went on really helped me to grow as a player and learn the game.”It got to a stage in my life where I wanted to get settled from a personal side of things as well. Charlie Adam on watching golf with Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish instead of transfer talks”When the Fulham move came up, I spoke to Marco Silva on the phone and I just felt it was the right move.“We managed to achieve our first goal which was to get promoted to the Premier League. “We have had one good season there and now this one is going well too although there are a few games left.”I feel it’s been the perfect move for me and my game has gone to a new level.”The Premier League is the best league in the world so to be playing regular football in a good team in that league means I can only get better.”Wales had to adjust quickly following the retirement of record appearance holder and goalscorer Bale – who won 111 caps and scored 41 times for his country – after the 2022 World Cup.But Wilson reckons Welsh team-mates Brennan Johnson, Kieffer Moore, Dan James, David Brooks and Nathan Broadhead as well as himself have all stepped up to fill the massive hole left.Wilson added: “I don’t think anyone was going to replace Gaz. “We knew when he left we had to step up as a team because he was leaving such a hole in that team.Everyone knows how dangerous Lewandowski is. His hunger to score is the biggest thing.Harry Wilson”He was our captain, our leader, our best player. To lose his goals and his influence on the team, there was going to be a big gap there. “It’s not just me but a lot of players are playing really well. It’s up to us now to make sure we chip in with goals and assists.”Poland and Barcelona hotshot Robert Lewandowski, 35, stand in the way of Wales reaching a fourth major tournament in their last five attempts and a third successive Euros. Wilson said: “Everyone knows how dangerous Lewandowski is. “His hunger to score goals is the biggest thing. Everywhere he’s been in his career, he’s scored both for club and country. He’s their biggest threat.”He might not be getting any younger but we know if we give him a chance, he’s going to score. We need to make sure we stop him. READ MORE SUN STORIES”We have to be solid at the back , don’t give him space and stop giving him any chances. “If we do that we’re confident with the quality in our dressing room that when we’ve got the ball, we can really hurt them.” More

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      Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City out to beat Man Utd to £86m transfer for Real Madrid star who could lose spot to Mbappe

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      FOUR Premier League giants are ready for a huge tug-of-war transfer fight over Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to reports.Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United are all monitoring the 23-year-old Brazilian.Rodrygo has attracted interest from four Prem giantsCredit: GettyWith Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe set to join, Spanish outlet SPORT report the LaLiga giants would be willing to open negotiations on Rodrygo if they receive offers above £86million.Treble-winners City have kept tabs on Rodrygo since his two stoppage-time goals helped to knock out the Prem champions in their dramatic 2022 Champions League semi-final.The winger, whose £205,000-a-week Bernabeu contract runs until 2028, has bagged 13 goals and provided nine assists in 41 Real games this term.United fans are keen on signing Rodrygo, who starred in Brazil’s 1-0 win over England on Saturday.But they could face a challenge for his signature from Arsenal or Liverpool, particularly if Mo Salah leaves Anfield amid links to Saudi Arabia.Interest could ramp up in the summer and Real Madrid already have a ready-made replacement for the forward in 17-year-old Endrick, who agreed a transfer to the Bernabeu in December 2022.However Rodrygo’s future will most likely be determined by what happens with Mbappe.The Frenchman is out of contract in the summer and has been tipped to swap PSG for Real Madrid.Most read in FootballRodrygo has played as a no9 at times this seasonBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut he was expected to do the same two years ago before a dramatic U-turn led him to pen a new contract.Reports claim Mbappe has signed a five-year deal with Real Madrid which includes an £85million signing-on fee.Football stars’ weird phobias More

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      Real Madrid ready to test Liverpool with £75million bid for Trent Alexander-Arnold as Reds face summer transfer exodus

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      LIVERPOOL star Trent Alexander-Arnold is a £75million target for Real Madrid.The England full-back, 25, has just over a year left on his current deal at Anfield.Real Madrid are understood to be interested in Trent Alexander-ArnoldCredit: EPAAnd Spanish giants Real are ready to test the Reds’ resolve to hold on to their home-grown star as they continue the rebuild of Carlo Ancelotti’s team.Liverpool have no desire to sell Alexander-Arnold this summer.And they remain hopeful of tying him down to another long-term contract.But, if negotiations stall, Real are unlikely to be alone in trying to tempt the Merseysiders into cashing in.And the Reds know they are running the risk of losing the ball-playing right-back for nothing next year.Agreeing new terms with Alexander-Arnold will be one of the top priorities for Liverpool’s new hierarchy this summer.The biggest task for Michael Edwards — returning to Anfield as CEO of football in the summer — and new sporting director Richard Hughes is to appoint a successor to outgoing boss Jurgen Klopp.But Mo Salah and captain Virgil van Dijk are in the same contractual position as Alexander-Arnold.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd that could lead to a summer of major upheaval for the title challengers.All three are already among the club’s top earners but will be expecting improved terms and a suitably inspiring replacement for Klopp.Charlie Adam on watching golf with Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish instead of transfer talksThe Saudi Pro League is desperate to lure Salah in particular.There will also be interest in goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.Due to Alisson being injured, the Irishman, 25, has started each of Liverpool’s last five Premier League games and also played in their Carabao Cup final triumph over Chelsea.But he has just 43 appearances since arriving at Anfield in 2019 and could now be tempted away from Merseyside after several impressive displays.Alexander-Arnold has played 21 Premier League games this season but is currently injured More

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      Liverpool face three away games in six days including early Saturday kick-off after Premier League TV changes confirmed

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      LIVERPOOL are facing a TRIO of away matches following the Premier League’s announcement of their reshuffled fixture schedule.The title-chasing Reds are facing the daunting prospect of three consecutive matches away from Anfield late next month following the confirmation of their rescheduled Merseyside derby with Everton on April 28.The Premier League have announced the dates for their rescheduled fixtures and latest TV scheduleCredit: GettyThe reshuffle hasn’t been kind to Liverpool, who will play three away matches in six days in late AprilCredit: GETTYJurgen Klopp’s troops will close out April with consecutive trips to Fulham, Everton and West Ham – all of which will take place in the space of six days.And to make matters worse for the Merseysiders, their trip to the London Stadium to take on West Ham will be for a 12:30 kick-off.The outgoing Klopp isn’t a fan of early kick-offs and voiced his discontent towards them ahead of their clash with the Hammers last September. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe German said: “It’s no problem Thursday-Sunday.”It would be better if we played a little bit later but people misunderstand it when you talk about the 12.30pm.“It is only two and a half hours before the 3pm games, that is true but it is completely different when you have a pre-match meal at 9am.“It means the boys are really not there yet because they come from a completely different time zone.Most read in Sport”And everyone who has ever had jet lag knows how that feels.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERPremier League fixture changes
      Saturday 20 April 2024Luton Town v BrentfordSheff Utd v Burnley19:30 Wolves v Arsenal (Sky Sports)
      Sunday 21 April 202413:30 Everton v Nott’m Forest (Sky Sports)Aston Villa v AFC Bournemouth*Crystal Palace v West Ham*16:30 Fulham v Liverpool (Sky Sports)*Due to Aston Villa & West Ham being in UEFA competitions
      Tuesday 23 April 202420:00 Arsenal v Chelsea (TNT Sports)(Previously postponed due to participation in FA Cup sixth round)
      Wednesday 24 April 202419:45 Wolves v AFC Bournemouth20:00 Crystal Palace v Newcastle20:00 Everton v Liverpool (Sky Sports)*20:00 Man Utd v Sheff Utd(All previously postponed due to participation in FA Cup sixth round)*Kick-off time subject to change if Brighton v Man City moves to this day
      Thursday 25 April 202420:00 Brighton v Man City (Sky Sports)*(Previously postponed due to participation in FA Cup sixth round)*This will move to 20:00 Wed 24 April should Man City be scheduled to play in the Champions League on Tue 30 April
      Saturday 27 April 202412:30 West Ham v Liverpool (TNT Sports)(This will move to 14:00 Sun 28 April should Arsenal be scheduled to play in the Champions League on Tue 30 April)Fulham v Crystal PalaceMan Utd v BurnleyNewcastle v Sheff UtdWolves v Luton Town17:30 Everton v Brentford (Sky Sports)(This will move to 16:30 Sun 28 April should Man City be scheduled to play in the Champions League on Tue 30 April)20:00 Aston Villa v Chelsea (TNT Sports)
      Sunday 28 April 202414:00 AFC Bournemouth v Brighton(Moved due to Brighton v Man City on Thu 25 April)14:00 Spurs v Arsenal (Sky Sports)(This will move to 12:30 Sat 27 April should Arsenal be scheduled to play in the Champions League on Tue 30 April)16:30 Nott’m Forest v Man City (Sky Sports)(This will move to 17:30 Sat 27 April should Man City be scheduled to play in the Champions League on Tue 30 April)

      The three consecutive away fixtures could have a detrimental effect on Liverpool’s bid to win the Premier League title.The announcement of the latest TV schedule has been much kinder to Liverpool’s immediate title rivals Arsenal, who will play three matches in eight days.Why More Penalties Are Being ScoredThe Gunners will now face Wolves at Molineux on Saturday, April 20, with the Sky Sports-aired match match getting underway at 7:30pm.Mikel Arteta’s troops’ rescheduled clash with Chelsea takes place three days later and will be followed by their North London derby against bitter rivals Tottenham on April 28. More

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      Real Madrid ‘tracking Trent Alexander-Arnold’ ahead of shock potential transfer move for Liverpool and England star

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      REAL MADRID are monitoring Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to reports.The LaLiga giants are said to be interested in a transfer for the right-back, who continues to impress for the Reds.Trent Alexander-Arnold is wanted by Real MadridCredit: PAAlexander-Arnold is a key part of Jurgen Klopp’s side but his deal runs out at the end of next season.And according to Spanish outlet Revelo Real are looking to take advantage of his contract situation.Alexander-Arnold, 25, is not for sale but Liverpool are yet to open contract talks with the right-back.Real Madrid will likely be ready to pounce if an opportunity becomes available and the prospect of playing at the Bernabeu could be difficult for Alexander-Arnold to turn down.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLLos Blancos have enticed several players to the club on free transfers in recent years including Antonio Rudiger, Eduardo Camavinga and Thibaut Courtois.Real Madrid have a long-standing admiration of Alexander-Arnold dating back to September 2021.He is viewed as a long-term replacement for Dani Carvajal.The England international could be weighing up his options with Klopp set to leave in the summer.Most read in FootballReal Madrid could look very different if they land their summer targetsAlexander-Arnold warned against new contract
      David James had his say on the right-back’s future, warning him against penning a new deal.
      The former Liverpool goalkeeper said: “I love Trent. When you look at his career, he came from nowhere to playing in European Cup finals whilst increasing his level of performance.
      “He then went through a period of being criticised by the media but has come through that and has been back to his best this season and is arguably the first name on Liverpool’s teamsheet.
      “So I think it’s very important that he does stay because he’s gone through the tough times and hopefully he wants to be part of a very successful time again for Liverpool.
      “For Trent at the moment, he can’t commit to anything long-term because he’s unaware of which manager is going to come to Anfield to replace Jürgen Klopp.
      “People may say if you love the club then it doesn’t matter who’s there, but if you’re as footballing intelligent as Trent is, then you will be aware that some managers who are being linked with the job at the moment get their teams to play in a certain way that doesn’t suit him and therefore he could end up suffering if he signs a contract now.
      “The sooner that Liverpool finds a replacement for Jürgen Klopp, then the sooner that these contract issues with Trent and Mo Salah can be dealt with.”

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFormer Reds goalkeeper David James warned Alexander-Arnold not to sign a new contract as he could “end up suffering”.He said: “I love Trent. When you look at his career, he came from nowhere to playing in European Cup finals whilst increasing his level of performance.Jude Bellingham gives RB Leipzig manager Marco Rose his shirt after Real Madrid’s Champions League win”He then went through a period of being criticised by the media but has come through that and has been back to his best this season and is arguably the first name on Liverpool’s teamsheet.”So I think it’s very important that he does stay because he’s gone through the tough times and hopefully he wants to be part of a very successful time again for Liverpool.”For Trent at the moment, he can’t commit to anything long-term because he’s unaware of which manager is going to come to Anfield to replace Jürgen Klopp.”People may say if you love the club then it doesn’t matter who’s there, but if you’re as footballing intelligent as Trent is, then you will be aware that some managers who are being linked with the job at the moment get their teams to play in a certain way that doesn’t suit him and therefore he could end up suffering if he signs a contract now.”The sooner that Liverpool finds a replacement for Jürgen Klopp, then the sooner that these contract issues with Trent and Mo Salah can be dealt with.” More