Galatasaray have an ambition to recruit Mohamed Salah, and an operation could be launched as early as the January 2026 transfer window. According to Turkish media Nefes, the Egyptian international is open to the idea of joining Turkey, having been charmed by the fervor of the Istanbul club's supporters after the last Champions League confrontation between the two clubs. A transfer could be envisaged for this winter, but it might be postponed if there are difficulties in negotiations. Salah is valued at €50 million by Transfermarkt and earns an annual salary of €20,817,548.

According to Nefes, Galatasaray are plotting a move to sign Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah when he eventually leaves Anfield and could even explore a deal for the Egypt international as early as January.

Some Turkish sources claim Salah is on Galatasaray's radar, potentially offering a contract worth €20m per season supported by sponsorship arrangements. This rumor is speculative and should be treated with caution.

Mohamed Salah has posed an ultimatum to Liverpool, indicating that he has not received an offer and will be free to discuss with any club come January. Galatasaray has shown significant interest in acquiring Salah, hoping to make a substantial signing after their previous interest in Victor Osimhen. Contacts between Galatasaray and Salah have reportedly accelerated.