Mohamed Salah has confirmed he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, suggesting a career change may be in his future, with Landon Donovan hinting at a move to MLS.
The Egyptian forward has announced his departure after nine years with the club.
This announcement makes Donovan’s previous remarks about Salah’s future more significant.
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Landon Donovan discusses potential MLS move for Mohamed Salah
Donovan expressed his thoughts on Salah’s future before the confirmation of his exit from Liverpool.
“It’s going to be interesting. This will likely be his last World Cup, right? They have an intriguing group,” Donovan said.
He added, “It seems manageable on the surface. He’s had a strange season, but I feel he might want to finish his career outside England, maybe in the US.”
His comments now resonate with the reality of Salah’s upcoming departure from Liverpool.
This also emphasizes that MLS is becoming a strong destination for top players nearing the end of their careers.
Landon Donovan highlights the impact of a Mohamed Salah MLS signing
Donovan mentioned both the commercial and athletic benefits Salah could bring if he joins an MLS team.
“I can see MLS owners watching him this summer and thinking, we need to sign him,” he said.
Donovan concluded, “If he’s thriving in America, it could shift the dynamics.”
This reflects Salah’s broader influence, making him a key player for league growth.
With his Liverpool exit confirmed, the focus now shifts to where one of the Premier League‘s top forwards will head next.