A report from Sky News, translated from the financial football website "Swiss Ramble," reveals the financial crisis that Liverpool Football Club is facing and the role of its star, Egyptian international Mohamed Salah, in rescuing the "Reds" from their difficult economic situation.
"Swiss Ramble" noted in a tweet that Liverpool is facing significant financial difficulties and needs to think seriously and quickly about options that could help improve its income. Among the financial information disclosed by "Swiss Ramble," Liverpool's broadcasting revenue has decreased by 23 percent this year, amounting to £59 million. Additionally, the club's earnings from player sales fell from £45 million to £27 million, with expectations that this figure will continue to decline as 2022 approaches.
According to "Liverpool.com," another factor compounding Liverpool's financial struggles is player wages, as the "Reds" are the second-highest wage payers after Manchester United, with an annual payroll of £326 million.
To overcome its financial crisis, Liverpool might consider reducing the amounts it spends and maximizing its potential revenue for the upcoming season, notably without relying on any income from the Champions League, which the team seems unlikely to qualify for. To address its severe financial predicament, Liverpool could cut its spending by selling or loaning several players such as Marko Grujić, Harry Wilson, Xherdan Shaqiri, Loris Karius, and Divock Origi.
Finally, the site pointed out the possibility of selling Mohamed Salah, who represents a valuable opportunity for several European clubs. Salah himself had hinted at a potential departure from the "Premier League," which could allow Liverpool to benefit from a transfer fee that may reach £145 million, which could be used to attract a marquee player to cover his absence, such as Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho, who is currently on loan at Bayern Munich.
It is worth noting that Salah, who will turn 29 this summer, remains under contract with Liverpool for two more years, but the ongoing question for months has been when he will leave "Anfield," particularly after the player's recent comments suggested he does not rule out a move to La Liga.
