TRANSFER UPDATES: Liverpool Eyes Mbeumo and Semenyo as Salah’s Future Looms

Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool contract is set to expire at the end of the current season, sparking considerable speculation regarding his future with the club. In response to this uncertainty, Liverpool is proactively preparing by scouting potential alternatives should Salah decide to leave. Among the players being closely monitored are Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo and Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, who have both made notable contributions to their respective teams this season.

Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo has had an impressive run, scoring eight goals in just nine Premier League appearances so far. His excellent form has not gone unnoticed, as Liverpool’s recruitment team, now led by Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes, is diligently assessing future talent that could suit the playing style of new head coach Arne Slot. This is part of a broader strategy to address key areas of the team that may require strengthening in the coming year.

Antoine Semenyo, who plays for Bournemouth, is another player attracting attention from Liverpool. He has scored five goals this season, including three in nine matches, and has shown significant improvement since joining Bournemouth from Bristol City in 2023. Semenyo’s potential is well-recognized by the scouting team, especially given that Hughes was instrumental in his signing to the club. His ability to operate effectively across various front positions echoes that of Salah, making him a strategic target for the Reds.

In addition to Mbeumo and Semenyo, recent reports from Sky Germany mention Stuttgart’s 25-year-old Egypt forward, Oumar Marmoush, as a possible candidate for Liverpool’s future plans. However, insiders from Merseyside have downplayed these claims, suggesting that Marmoush is not currently under consideration by the club.

As Liverpool navigates the complex contract situations surrounding their key players, including not only Salah but also Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, the urgency to finalize talks has become ever more pressing. When asked for an update on these negotiations, head coach Slot remained tight-lipped, indicating that discussions with the trio are “ongoing” without providing further details. This reflects the club’s measured approach as they weigh their options and make contingency plans for various scenarios in the impending transfer window.