Salah Becomes Highest-Paid Player in Turkish Football

Mohamed Salah has officially joined Trabzonspor, becoming the highest-paid player in Turkish football with a reported net salary of €17 million per season. This lucrative contract surpasses the €15 million annual salary of Nigeria international Victor Osimhen, who previously held this distinction.

Salah's move to Trabzonspor underscores the club's ambition to strengthen its squad with a globally recognized player ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Egyptian captain recently completed his medical and is expected to be unveiled soon.

Salah's illustrious career includes a nine-year spell at Liverpool, where he scored 257 goals and won numerous domestic and international honors. His arrival is anticipated to enhance the competitiveness of the Turkish league and attract global attention.

Trabzonspor aims to leverage Salah's experience and leadership as they pursue domestic titles and European competition success.