The Egyptian King in White? Fernando Hierro Backs “Phenomenon” Mohamed Salah for Real Madrid Move

The Egyptian King in White? Fernando Hierro Backs “Phenomenon” Mohamed Salah for Real Madrid Move

The football world is on high alert following comments from Real Madrid legend Fernando Hierro, who has openly invited Mohamed Salah to the Santiago Bernabéu. With Salah officially set to leave Liverpool as a free agent this summer, the possibility of the “Egyptian King” wearing the famous white shirt has moved from fantasy to a very real conversation.

 

“Anything is Possible”

Speaking to ON Sport, Hierro—a five-time La Liga winner and three-time Champions League victor—didn’t hold back his admiration for the 33-year-old forward.

 

“Salah to Real Madrid? Of course, I would love that,” Hierro stated. “He is not just a great player; he is a true football phenomenon who makes the difference wherever he plays. Anything is possible in football.”

Why the Move Makes Sense Now

  1. The Free Agent Factor: In a shock announcement last month, Salah and Liverpool mutually agreed to shorten his contract by one year, allowing him to depart Anfield this summer without a transfer fee. For a club like Real Madrid, securing a world-class attacker for “free” is the ultimate market opportunity.

     

  2. The “Legendary” Gap: While Real Madrid boasts stars like Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé, Hierro believes Salah’s “direct impact” and veteran experience would provide a unique edge in high-pressure Champions League nights.

     

  3. A Point to Prove: After a turbulent 2025/26 campaign at Liverpool—marked by public friction with manager Arne Slot—Salah remains elite. He recently became the first African player to hit 50 Champions League goals, proving he still belongs on the world’s biggest stage.

     

The Competition for the King 🌍

Real Madrid isn’t alone in the chase. While Hierro is doing his part to recruit him to Spain, other options remain on the table:

  • Saudi Pro League: Al-Nassr (where Hierro recently served as Sporting Director) and Al-Ittihad have long-standing interest.

     

  • Serie A: Juventus has been linked, though recent reports suggest they may have cooled their pursuit.

     

  • PSG: The French giants are always in the mix for global icons hitting the free market.

Liverpool fans, is it too painful to see him in another European kit? Real Madrid fans, does Salah fit into the current “Galactico” era? 🏟️👇

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