Liverpool faced serious interest from Saudi Arabia for Mohamed Salah this summer, and after rejecting one mega bid from the Middle East, he remains on Merseyside.
Al-Ittihad, who had already secured Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema, Chelsea’s N’Golo Kante and Liverpool’s Fabinho, had fronted a £150m bid for Salah.
That bid was promptly rejected, as he is still the club’s talisman and capable of producing at the top level for years to come, as well as having another two years left on his current deal.
Reports state that next summer could see another attempt to prize him away from Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool but, for now at least, he remains at Anfield.
After a strong start to the season Klopp’s side are unbeaten and have won three of their first four games, and they’ve also seen new signings Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai fit effortlessly into their side.
With the fans feeling positive off the back of the Salah news, LiverpoolWorld have selected Liverpool’s best starting eleven.
5. LB — Andy Robertson
Robertson remains their number one choice at left-back. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
6. CM - Ryan Gravenberch
The deadline day summer signing has huge potential and is ready to make an impact on this side in a deeper midfield role. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
7. CM - Alexis Mac Allister
The World Cup winner has already adapted to life on Merseyside and his versatility will see him continue to be a key figure. | Getty Images
8. CM - Dominik Szoboszlai
Already becoming a fan favourite, his energy, work rate and flair is a strong addition to the side. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images