Mohamed Salah joins Trabzonspor amid fan frenzy
Mohamed Salah was welcomed by enthusiastic fans as the Liverpool star completed his move to Trabzonspor in Turkey on Wednesday, reports BritPanorama.
As the Egyptian winger arrived at Ataturk Airport in Istanbul wearing Trabzonspor’s home shirt, hundreds of supporters gathered to greet him, celebrating the transfer of one of football’s biggest names.
Details regarding Salah’s earnings at the Turkish club remain unclear following his free-agent departure from Liverpool at the end of the last season. During his nine-year tenure at Liverpool, the 33-year-old scored an impressive 257 goals.
The move comes as Trabzonspor, having finished third in the Turkish Super Lig, positions itself for either the Europa League or Conference League next season. Depending on the outcome of playoff matches against Ferencvaros or Gornik Zabrze, Salah could feature in UEFA’s third-tier competition.
Notably, this signing marks a significant moment in the club’s history, with Salah’s transfer being the highest-profile in their records, joining former Liverpool forward Daniel Sturridge. Trabzonspor’s announcement of the transfer included a bold statement: “Public Announcement: Negotiations have begun regarding the transfer of professional footballer Mohamed Salah to our Club.”
During his time with Liverpool, Salah achieved tremendous success, winning two Premier League titles, the Champions League, and several domestic cups. He was also a four-time Premier League Golden Boot winner and recognised as the Professional Footballers’ Association player of the year in 2018, 2022, and 2025.
Initially, a move to Besiktas was seen as Salah’s preference, but negotiations failed to advance, opening the door for Trabzonspor. With respect to his former club, Salah did not engage in talks with other interested parties until after Liverpool’s season concluded. His agent, Ramy Abbas, consistently maintained that no decision had been made throughout this period.
The unveiling of Salah has been accompanied by a striking AI-generated video that showcases a journey from the Egyptian pyramids to the picturesque scenery around Trabzon’s stadium, capturing the celebratory essence of this major signing.
Salah’s transition to Trabzonspor epitomises the unpredictable nature of the football transfer market, illustrating how quickly fortunes can change. The excitement surrounding his arrival serves as a reminder of the vibrant interplay between players and clubs in an ever-evolving sport.
