According to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Napoli are plotting a bargain move for Mohamed Salah. The 33-year-old has been an exceptional performer for Liverpool since arriving from AS Roma in 2017, helping them win the Premier League title twice and the UEFA Champions League, along with other domestic honours.
However, the Egyptian international has decided to take on a fresh challenge in the summer, and speculation surrounding his next destination has kicked into overdrive in the last few days.
The Egyptian has broken countless records in the Premier League with Liverpool, and he could be an excellent short-term acquisition for most teams. Napoli could use more ingenuity in the final third, and signing the Liverpool veteran could be a wise decision, especially for free.
The report suggests Liverpool could accept anywhere between €26-29 million for the player, which is well off the mark, given that it is well known Liverpool have decided to let him leave for free so he can choose his next club on his terms.
Even though the experienced attacker has not been at his best this season, he has still contributed to 19 goals so far and remains an elite goalscorer and creator. His ability to operate on the flanks as well as centrally makes him a valuable asset. Napoli managed to win the Serie A title last season, and they will be an attractive destination for the player.
The 33-year-old will want to compete at a high level after leaving Liverpool, and joining the Italian champions could be ideal for him. The Liverpool forward has also been linked to his former club, AS Roma. The opportunity to return to Italy could be ideal for him.
The Egyptian international has the physicality and technical attributes to compete at a high level, and the lower intensity of Italian football could suit him at this stage of his career. He has extensive experience playing in Italy with AS Roma and Fiorentina. He should be able to adapt to Napoli quickly and make an immediate impact.
Meanwhile, the player has also been linked with clubs in Saudi Arabia. Salah is still a very good player, and he should look to continue his career in Europe rather than move to Saudi Arabia or MLS. It will be an underwhelming decision for him. He will have plenty of opportunities to move to Saudi Arabia in future.
Meanwhile, the opportunity to work with a world-class manager like Antonio Conte could be attractive for the player. It remains to be seen whether Napoli can get the deal across the line. The Egyptian is on mega wages at Liverpool, and he might need to accept a pay cut in order to secure a move to Napoli or any other Italian club, for that matter.
