Press reports revealed an escalation in the movements of Saudi Professional League clubs to contract with Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, amidst increasing optimism about the possibility of signing the Liverpool winger during the upcoming summer transfer window.

Salah had confirmed his departure from Liverpool at the end of the current season in a free transfer deal, marking the end of a distinguished nine-year career at Anfield, during which he contributed to winning eight major titles and scoring 256 goals.

According to 'TEAMtalk', five Saudi clubs are competing to sign the captain of the Egyptian national team in a free deal, amidst increasing interest from major clubs within the Kingdom.

Salah is currently focused on helping Liverpool finish the season within the top five in the Premier League standings, while his agent is simultaneously working on securing his next destination.

Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Ahli clubs, supported by the Public Investment Fund, are seeking to contract with Salah, while Al-Hilal's interest remains despite recent changes in its ownership, following the entry of Kingdom Holding Company backed by Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud.

Al-Qadisiyah has also emerged as a new competitor for the deal, led technically by coach Brendan Rodgers and owned by Aramco.

Saudi Arabia continues to affirm its commitment to developing the game locally, especially with preparations to host the 2034 World Cup, with no intention to scale back ambitions.

The Public Investment Fund and concerned authorities in the Kingdom express satisfaction with the rapid growth of football, considering the signing of Mohamed Salah as a pivotal step in enhancing this sports project.