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Arne Slot has discussed Salah's future with the star forward

'I am not surprised Saudi wants him' - Slot on Salah

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot wants Mohamed Salah to extend his contract with the Premier League leaders and has spoken to him, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold about their futures.

Soccer • 31 Jan

Gerrard parts company with Saudi side Al Ettifaq

Steven Gerrard insists his spell in charge of Al Ettifaq was a positive experience after he and the club mutually agreed to part company.

Soccer • 30 Jan

Jose Mourinho confirmed that he had rejected a huge offer from Saudi Arabia in order to stay in Roma for a third season

Mourinho: I will definitely work in Saudi Arabia

Roma coach Jose Mourinho said he fully expects to work in Saudi Arabia one day after his compatriot, Cristiano Ronaldo, led the way by joining Al-Nasr, with a stream of players subsequently signing for Saudi Pro League teams.

Soccer • 07 Oct 23

Klopp: No bad blood but 'better Henderson moved on'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insists Jordan Henderson was not forced out but admits he could not offer the former captain guaranteed playing time and so it was "better he moved on".

Soccer • 15 Sep 23

Demarai Gray is closing in on a move to Saudi Arabia

Transfers: Everton's Gray close to Saudi move

Wantaway Everton forward Demarai Gray is close to sealing an £8m move to Saudi Arabia Pro League side Al-Ettifaq.

Soccer • 06 Sep 23

Brendan Rodgers felt a "new challenge" suited Henderson at this time

Rodgers backs Henderson over Saudi move

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has criticised the "morality officers" who have rounded on Jordan Henderson following his move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Ettifaq.

Soccer • 06 Sep 23

Jordan Henderson wearing a rainbow armband while captain of Liverpool

Henderson hopes to create 'positive change' in Saudi

Jordan Henderson has apologised for any hurt he has caused to the LGBTQ+ community and insists his move to Saudi Arabia can help the gay rights movement.

Soccer • 05 Sep 23

Mason Greenwood is on his way out of Old Trafford

Gerrard denies report linking Saudi club with Greenwood

Manchester United have received interest in Mason Greenwood after the decision was taken for the homegrown forward to leave Old Trafford, it is understood.

Soccer • 23 Aug 23

Neymar and Ronaldo in an exhibition game back in January

Neymar: Ronaldo move transformed upstart Saudi league

Cristiano Ronaldo is responsible for transforming the Saudi Pro League, according to Brazil forward Neymar who is looking forward to facing the Portuguese international when he starts playing for Al-Hilal.

Soccer • 17 Aug 23

Fabinho and Firmino have already moved to Saudi Arabia

Klopp wants alignment with Saudi transfer window

Jurgen Klopp has urged FIFA to look into Saudi Arabia's transfer window closing three weeks after Europe's, with the Liverpool manager fearing major European leagues will lose more players without being able to replace them.

Soccer • 02 Aug 23

Mane has left Bayern after just one season

Transfers: Mane links up with Ronaldo at Al-Nassr

Former Liverpool forward Sadio Mane has joined Saudi club Al-Nassr from Bayern Munich.

Soccer • 01 Aug 23

Allan Saint-Maximin could be on the way to Saudi Arabia

Newcastle boss confirms talks over Saint-Maximin exit

Eddie Howe confirmed Allan Saint-Maximin is "in discussion regarding a move to another club" following Newcastle United's 2-1 win over Rangers at Ibrox.

Soccer • 18 Jul 23

Fabinho out of Liverpool squad following Saudi bid

Liverpool midfielder Fabinho has not travelled with the squad to their training camp in Germany after the club received an official bid for the player.

Soccer • 15 Jul 23

Fabinho and Jordan Henderson could be on the move soon

No Saudi bids for Henderson or Fabinho yet

Speculation surrounding the future of Liverpool midfielders Jordan Henderson and Fabinho has not yet translated into actual bids for the players.

Soccer • 14 Jul 23

Steven Gerrard was sacked by Aston Villa in October after 11 months in charge

Gerrard declines offer to manage in Saudi Pro League

Steven Gerrard has said that he had decided against taking up an offer to coach in Saudi Arabia, following reports the former Liverpool captain was considering an offer to become coach of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq.

Soccer • 20 Jun 23

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