Mohamed Salah warned by Egyptian director of diminished legacy if he joins Major League Soccer
Following his departure, top European clubs have urged Mohamed Salah to join them rather than switch leagues in North America where Egypt's national team has cautioned him against moving away from Europe due to concerns over reduced visibility and historical significance for the player who is now considered a global icon alongside Lionel Messi by many experts including Ibrahim Hassan.
Key Points
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1Egyptian technical director Ibrahim Hassan is urging Mohamed Salah not to move from Europe, specifically warning against a switch to Major League Soccer.
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2Hassan argues that moving away from European football would cause the Liverpool star's global standing and spotlight to fade into obscurity compared to his current status in England or Spain.
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3Salah has confirmed he will leave Liverpool at the end of this season, with Saudi Arabian interest previously noted before MLS became a topic.
Developments
Egypt national team sporting director Ibrahim Hassan advises against a move to Major League Soccer for Liverpool star Mohamed Salah, arguing it would cause him and the league's commissioner. Instead of joining an American or Saudi club where he might be forgotten like Lionel Messi in Europe due to his age (34), Hassan suggests staying with European options such as Paris Saint-Germain if available before considering a transfer back home alongside Cristiano Ronaldo later this season.
Ibrahim Hassan of Egypt's national team has stated that Mohamed Salah would be too far from public attention if he moves to Major League Soccer (MLS). The sporting director advises against an MLS transfer, suggesting instead options within Europe or potentially the Saudi Arabian league.