Mohamed Salah, an option that remains alive for FC Barcelona

Mohamed Salah continues to take firm steps towards the Ballon d'Or. The Egyptian is the standout figure of the Liverpool, leaders of the Premier League and the Champions League, accumulating 20 goals and 17 assists in the 26 matches he has played this season. Numbers from another planet for an undisputed star, but they have a bittersweet taste for the 'reds'.

And despite his spectacular form, the future of the forward in the red side of Merseyside is a true mystery. The player's contract expires at the end of the season, and negotiations to extend it are more than stalled, so the chances of him leaving as a free agent in June remain latent.

This was made clear by the player himself after the match against West Ham United last weekend. When asked about his renewal, Salah responded emphatically that "we are far from that", raising alarms among the 'red' fans, as starting January 1, the player will be able to negotiate with any team.

Barça closely watches Salah's situation

"I don't want to say anything in the media and have people start saying things. But nothing has really changed. I focus on the team and hope we win the Premier League," continued the Pharaoh, who hopes to receive compensation in line with his star status and who, beyond his desire to continue under Arne Slot, no longer rules out trying his luck at a new destination.

This situation keeps FC Barcelona on alert, where they are 'scouting' the free agent market in search of top-level opportunities to strengthen the team, and Salah appears as one of the best. The Catalans want to add a new threat to their attack, and the African presents himself as a more than attractive alternative, so his latest statements only increase his chances of donning the blue and garnet starting next summer.