Salah considers future as Liverpool debates contract extension

In the context of the Premier League, clubs are increasingly prioritizing youth over aging players when considering contract renewals. Mohamed Salah, 32, and Kevin De Bruyne, 33, are both nearing the peak of their financial capabilities, yet clubs are wary of the declines that often accompany aging stars. Liverpool, having only signed two players over the age of 27 in the past nine years, is particularly cautious about investing in older talent. Recent discussions surrounding Salah's contract renewal have seen the club apply analytical techniques used previously to assess player performance and longevity. Such approaches aim to gauge how a potential decline in Salah's physical capabilities may align with the club's competitive strategies as they look to remain a dominant team in European football. The complicated nature of contract negotiations for veteran players like Salah highlights a broader challenge for clubs, as offering lucrative deals poses risks that could contradict their operational philosophies regarding player ages. As decisions on future contracts loom, both Salah and De Bruyne face critical moments in their careers where their performance will dictate the clubs’ next steps.