Saudi Pro League targets Mohamed Salah as potential new face amid Ronaldo uncertainty

The Saudi Pro League (SPL) is reportedly plotting a bold move to sign Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, with the Egyptian star identified as the ideal figurehead for the league ahead of the new season.

According to reports, the SPL is considering a major reshuffle that could see Cristiano Ronaldo’s time at Al-Nassr come to an end. The potential departure of the Portuguese icon would create space for Salah to become the competition’s marquee attraction, as Saudi football authorities prepare an eye-watering financial package to lure the Liverpool talisman.

Speculation over Ronaldo’s future has intensified in recent weeks, with claims that the five-time Ballon d’Or winner is unhappy with Al-Nassr’s transfer budget, which is overseen by the Public Investment Fund (PIF).

Sources suggest Ronaldo has grown frustrated by the perceived imbalance in spending compared to rival clubs, particularly Al-Hilal.

With Ronaldo’s position uncertain, league officials have reportedly turned their attention to Salah, viewing him as the perfect successor to carry the SPL’s global profile.

The 31-year-old remains one of world football’s most marketable and consistent performers, with a massive following across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

To convince Salah to make the switch, the Saudi Pro League is said to be preparing a staggering offer worth around £1.2 million per week, a deal that would triple his current salary at Liverpool. The proposed package would also include lucrative performance-related bonuses.

Salah, who will turn 32 in June, is under contract at Anfield until 2027. While Liverpool has not indicated a willingness to sell, the scale of the reported offer is expected to test the club’s resolve, particularly as Salah enters the final phase of his contract.

If completed, the move would represent another major statement of intent from Saudi football and further underline the SPL’s ambition to attract the world’s elite players.