Salah shared his thoughts on the situation in an interview, stating that a move to the Saudi Pro League was a good opportunity for him. He mentioned that if he hadn't renewed his contract with Liverpool, he would have pursued options in the Saudi Pro League. Salah's relationships with Saudi Pro League leaders were strong, and they had in-depth discussions about a potential transfer.

Regarding his decision to stay with Liverpool, Salah noted that the negotiations were lengthy and involved understanding the club's dynamics. He acknowledged that fan pressure played a role in the decision-making process, as he knew the fans wanted him to remain with the team.