Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has shared his surprise at Mohamed’s transfer to Trabzonspor.
Speaking on the Football Ramble podcast, Carragher was speaking on the deal signed by Salah.
Carragher reflected saying, “I never believed he was going to Saudi.” Heading to the Saudi Pro League had been seen as a very viable option for Salah, who had been offered a record-breaking deal from Saudi during the 2024/25 season, when the winger was at the end of his previous contract with Liverpool.
Where did Carragher think Salah was suited?
Carragher thought Salah is too good for Turkey stating, “Number one he’s too good for that… I think he could be playing in Serie A… Turkey for me feels like a level too low.”
He later added, “I was convinced he would end up at like an AC Milan or a Juventus, (but) maybe his wages were a problem.”
“I thought he would still want to play at a more prestigious club.”
“His wage demands have obviously put people off but I thought he would have curbed those demands to get a better club.”
“Turkey to me just feels like, I just think he’s better than that.”
Salah has seen a very warm welcome from Trabzonspor fans and will be competing in the Europa League this season.
ReadLiverpoolFC reacts:
When I first heard the name Trabszonpor linked I have to admit I was a bit surprised too. The quietness in the media made me think that Salah was waiting for a big offer from somewhere like Saudi or from a big club in Europe to clear some space in their squad through sales to free up budget for a signing like Salah.
