Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has directly inquired about the potential transfer of Egyptian star Mohamed Salah to Beşiktaş, as negotiations between the club and the player’s representatives continue to unfold.
Erdoğan Sees Global Impact in Süper Lig Move
Beşiktaş President Serdal Adalı confirmed that the Egypt national team captain gave his preliminary approval to the project following discussions with head coach Vincenzo Italiano and the club’s sporting director.
According to Turkish media reports, President Erdoğan personally reached out to Adalı for updates, emphasizing that signing Salah would not only strengthen Beşiktaş on the pitch, but also boost Turkey’s international image and enhance global interest in the Turkish Süper Lig.
Financial Demands Stall Free Transfer Negotiations
Despite Salah’s initial green light, the deal remains unsigned due to emerging financial disagreements. Adalı revealed that Salah’s representatives increased their financial demands once news broke that the agreement was close, stating that the club refuses to pay “astronomical” figures.
Salah’s agent has not publicly responded to the statements. While the winger is eligible for a free transfer following the end of his contract with Liverpool FC, completing the high-profile move hinges on resolving the final financial terms.
