Mohamed Salah Receives Royal Welcome in Turkey After Signing with Trabzonspor

After nine successful seasons at Liverpool, Mohamed Salah surprised fans by signing with Turkish club Trabzonspor, the reigning Turkish Cup champions set to compete in the Europa League next season. Salah arrived in Istanbul on August 5, 2026, where he was greeted by thousands of fans and media at the airport. Despite initial shyness, he engaged with the crowd and even danced, an event Turkish media called his "first dance in Trabzon." Salah shared a video on social media wearing his new team's jersey, confirming the transfer.

Reports indicate Salah will earn approximately 17 million euros per season at Trabzonspor, excluding bonuses. The club finished third in the Turkish league last season. Salah will participate in the Europa League group stage for the first time in his career. There is speculation he might face an Israeli team, which could be notable given his past criticism of Israel and refusal to shake hands with Maccabi Tel Aviv players.

This move marks a significant chapter in Salah's career, shifting from a top English club to a prominent Turkish team, with high expectations from fans and the media alike.