Salah demands put Saudi switch in doubt - Saturday's gossip
Retold by Oddsrama · 10 July 2026
Mohamed Salah's potential move to Saudi Arabia is hitting a major snag, with the Egypt international's wage demands proving too steep for clubs in the kingdom. The 34-year-old forward, who has been a standout performer in the Premier League, is asking for more money than Saudi outfits are willing to offer, making a lucrative switch increasingly unlikely. For bettors tracking Salah's next chapter, this stalemate could keep him in Europe longer than anticipated—something worth monitoring if you're eyeing Liverpool's odds for next season.
Elsewhere in the transfer market, Bayern Munich has put the brakes on Real Madrid's interest in Michael Olise, making it clear the French winger is not for sale. Meanwhile, Barcelona have wrapped up the signing of Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi for around £26 million, bolstering their attack heading into the new campaign. The Spanish giants are also plotting a bigger move, reportedly preparing a €130 million bid for Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez after the Copa América.
In the Premier League, several clubs are jockeying for position. Arsenal and Liverpool are set for a battle over RB Leipzig defender Lutsharel Geertruida, while Newcastle's hopes of signing Manchester City's James Trafford as a long-term goalkeeper prospect have been strengthened by Aston Villa's decision to commit to Emiliano Martinez. Meanwhile, Manchester United continue their midfield overhaul following their acquisition of Chelsea's Andrey Santos, with reports suggesting they're hunting two more central options. Defenders are also in demand, with Konstantinos Mavropanos attracting interest from multiple Premier League sides after his impressive displays at relegated West Ham.
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