Mo Salah mobbed by fans at Instanbul Photo: GETTY IMAGES
Ex-Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah received a warm welcome from hundreds of supporters in Turkey as he arrived in Istanbul ahead of his expected move to Trabzonspor.
According to BBC Sport on Wednesday, the Egypt captain was greeted by excited fans at Atatürk Airport, where he appeared wearing Trabzonspor colours before acknowledging the crowd that had gathered to welcome him.
The 34-year-old forward is set to join Trabzonspor after leaving Liverpool at the end of last season following a remarkable nine-year spell at Anfield. Salah scored 257 goals for the English club and became one of the greatest players in Liverpool’s history.
The Turkish Super Lig side are expected to confirm the signing after agreeing terms with the free agent. With no transfer fee required, Trabzonspor will be able to focus more of their financial package on Salah’s wages.
Related News- Nigeria vs Egypt: Why every goal counts in WAFCON Group C showdown
- Nigeria vs Egypt: All you need to know ahead of decisive WAFCON 2026 clash
- Turkish club Trabzonspor opens talks to sign Salah
Salah’s arrival would represent a major statement for Trabzonspor, who finished third in the Turkish league last season and secured European football. The club will compete for a place in the Europa League group stage through the qualifying rounds, with a possible move to the Conference League if they fail to progress.
During his time at Liverpool, Salah became the club’s highest-paid player after signing a reported £400,000-a-week contract in 2025. He also reached 50 Champions League goals, further cementing his status as one of Europe’s elite forwards.
Trabzonspor fans will now wait for official confirmation of a deal that would bring one of world football’s biggest names to Turkish football.
Gilbert Ekugbe
Gilbert Ekugbe is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over a decade of experience reporting on business and economic affairs. He covers markets, corporate developments, finance, and Nigeria’s broader economic landscape. His reporting is informed by extensive newsroom experience and a strong commitment to accuracy and responsible journalism, helping readers understand complex business issues.
All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
Contact: [email protected]
