As the Fenerbahçe presidential elections loom in May 2026, candidates have turned to Mohamed Salah as their primary campaign promise.
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Leading candidate Hakan Safi, backed by former president Ali Koç, has built his sporting project around signing the Liverpool icon to challenge Galatasaray’s domestic dominance.
Simultaneously, businessman Mehmet Ali Aydınlar has entered the race, reportedly offering a massive financial package to Salah’s agent, Ramy Abbas. The offer was designed to rival the astronomical salaries seen in Saudi Arabia and the United States.
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Salah Says “No” to Turkey: Eyes on the Big Five
Despite the persistent efforts of the Turkish candidates, the 34-year-old Egyptian superstar has officially declined the move. As he prepares to leave Anfield at the end of the season, Salah remains focused on competing at the highest level in Europe’s “Big Five” leagues.
Current Priority Destinations:
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Juventus: The “Old Lady” is the most serious European contender. Having previously starred for Fiorentina and AS Roma, a return to Serie A is a highly attractive prospect for Salah.
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Al-Ittihad (Saudi Arabia): A record-breaking offer exceeding €100 million per year remains on the table from the Jeddah-based club.
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MLS (San Diego FC): A move to the United States is still a possibility, particularly with the Egyptian-owned club San Diego FC.
