Liverpool are eyeing Johan Bakayoko as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah amid reports of Salah’s links to Saudi Arabia.
Football Insider reports that the Reds are considering Bakayoko as a replacement for Salah, who has been linked to a move to Saudi side Al-Ittihad.
Despite Bakayoko being relatively unknown before these reports, Liverpool are reportedly interested in the 20-year-old Belgian winger from PSV Eindhoven. Jurgen Klopp may be considering him to fill Salah’s shoes. However, fans might expect a more prominent replacement if Salah departs, given the talks of a lucrative contract from Al-Ittihad.
Salah’s agent has affirmed his commitment to Liverpool, having signed a substantial contract recently. But persistent links to Al-Ittihad raise concerns about Salah’s future. Considering Liverpool’s prior release of Fabinho and Jordan Henderson to Saudi clubs, there’s anticipation around Salah’s decisions.
In the event of Salah’s departure and potential loss of Alisson, Klopp appears to be seeking a replacement strategy. Bakayoko has been earmarked as Salah’s successor, though this choice is questionable. While Bakayoko showcased improvement at PSV Eindhoven last season, branding him as the heir to Salah seems premature.
Bakayoko’s emergence as a promising player suggests his potential, but substantial development time would be required for him to reach a top-tier professional level.
