A senior figure within Egyptian football has publicly advised star forward Mohamed Salah against a potential move to Major League Soccer, suggesting such a switch would diminish his global profile. The comments come as speculation intensifies regarding the Liverpool icon’s next career step upon the conclusion of his contract this summer.
Ibrahim Hassan, the director of Egypt’s national team, expressed a clear preference for the 33-year-old to remain in European football, citing rumored interest from several top clubs. He voiced strong reservations about a transfer to North America, drawing a parallel to the decreased visibility of other global superstars who have made similar moves.
“If he goes to MLS, he would drift too far from the center of the football world,” Hassan stated in a recent interview. “The attention simply isn’t the same. We see it with others; the spotlight fades.”
While advocating for a continued stay in Europe, Hassan acknowledged the Saudi Pro League as a credible alternative, noting the presence of other major stars and the competitive financial landscape. He emphasized that remaining at the pinnacle of the sport should be the priority for a player of Salah’s caliber.
Salah is currently recovering from an injury and is not with the Egyptian squad as they conduct their final preparations for the upcoming World Cup. The Pharaohs, drawn in a group with Belgium, New Zealand, and Iran, recently concluded a friendly match schedule.
