Juventus dismiss transfer talks for departing Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah
Juventus have publicly denied holding transfer negotiations with Mohamed Salah as the Liverpool forward prepares to leave Anfield at the end of the season.
The 33-year-old is set to depart Merseyside on a free transfer this summer despite having an additional year remaining on his current contract.
Recent reports suggested the Serie A giants had opened exploratory talks to bring the Egyptian international to Turin.
However, Juventus sporting director Marco Ottolini has firmly rejected those claims.
“What is being said about negotiations for Mohamed Salah is not true,” Ottolini said.
“At the moment, there is absolutely nothing regarding that.”
Agent insists future remains undecided
The prolific winger has also been heavily linked with a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League.
Despite mounting speculation, his representative Ramy Abbas Issa recently stated that no final decision has been reached regarding his next destination.
“We do not know where Mohamed will play next season,” Issa posted on social media last month.
“This also means that no one else knows.”
Anfield farewell looms for key figure
The former Roma attacker has a maximum of five matches remaining in a Liverpool shirt, with only three of those fixtures scheduled at Anfield.
He recently left his mark on the Merseyside derby by scoring a crucial goal, further cementing his legacy at the club.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk acknowledged the emotional weight of his impending departure but stressed the team’s immediate priorities.
“He is an outstanding teammate to have, obviously we have been through everything together; highs, lows,” Van Dijk said.
“He will still be important for the last five games that we have to play and then it will be emotional for him and his family, for sure.”
Champions League push continues
Arne Slot’s side are currently fighting to secure Champions League qualification for next season.
The Reds sit fifth in the Premier League table, trailing fourth-placed Aston Villa by just three points.
The squad will be hoping their talisman is fully fit for this weekend’s crucial domestic clash against Crystal Palace.
