Can Liverpool Manage Without The Salah Magic?

The triumph against Arsenal on Wednesday serves as a reminder that success will not come easily for Liverpool even if they decide to move on from Mohamed Salah in the end. Salah’s worth to Liverpool isn’t just limited to on-field performance but also includes off-field considerations. Salah is essential to Liverpool's trophy hunt because of his enormous contributions to the team. This was evident in their recent match played against Arsenal where Liverpool won 2-1. Some of the club's greatest stars were absent from their US matches, they were meant to provide the squad's frequently underutilized players an opportunity to prove they are prepared for playing football with the first team. Salah's contract ends next summer, so this has served as a harsh reminder of his talent and how much they would miss him should he depart.

Al-Ittihad, a Saudi Arabian club, expressed interest in signing Mohamed Salah last summer, but the Reds decided to keep him. Salah's contribution to the squad was evident even though his goal total from the previous season wasn't as great as it had been. Liverpool's greatest chance of qualifying for the Champions League again and luring business deals was to keep him. His presence benefits Liverpool's business relationships and draws in new supporters, particularly from the MENA region.

Salah’s Commercial Appeal

There is nothing like Salah's commercial appeal. He's a marketer's dream, the most well-known Muslim athlete with a worldwide appeal. Even at his advanced age, he still has a big influence on the club's retail sales and brand recognition. Salah is a great asset to Liverpool because of his capacity to attract new supporters and expand into outside markets.

Even though he is getting older, Salah is still a top player who produces results on the field. There are financial advantages to keeping him at Liverpool, particularly as the team seeks to draw in new supporters and grows internationally. In today's evolving football scene, where new generations consume the game differently, having internationally renowned players is essential.

What Can Liverpool Do?

The fact that the Egypt international is the team's top scorer in the Premier League era and ranks fifth in the all-time list testifies to his status as one of the greatest players in the world and what he accomplishes for the Reds.

For any squad, it would be nearly hard to add another player with the same level of productivity. Kylian Mbappe, the standout player for Paris Saint-Germain, is maybe the only player who might legitimately be considered an adequate successor. And that's before we even consider the fact that Salah is stationed on the right, yet France International works largely off the left.

Furthermore, with four other forwards in the Reds' lineup in addition to Salah, making several top-tier purchases carries the danger of players not being used as much as they would want. There is a limited supply of elite-caliber right-sided wingers available. It would be daring to try and sign Bukayo Saka from Arsenal, but the Gunners would not consider any approaches.