If he comes to Saudi Arabia, Salah is said to be able to become the highest paid player in the world. However, according to Antonio, the Red Brigade prevented the Egyptian player from making this move.
Liverpool rejected an initial offer of £150 million from Al-Ittihad, but there are rumors that they are willing to increase their offer to £200 million. However, the Anfield club have managed to stave off interest from the Middle East and keep hold of their player until at least January.
Salah has been sought after by Arab football.
Antonio confirmed that Salah was interested in a transfer, but the Red Brigade flatly refused to give him that opportunity.
Antonio told Footballer: “He didn’t deny it, no way. He was locked up and the Red Brigade shot a red arrow with the command: ‘You’re not going anywhere’.”
“He had no intention of stopping that possibility. To be fair, he didn’t make any noise and let them do what they were doing. But I know for a fact he’s ready to go.”
Thanh Vu | 14:30 September 19, 2023
