Mohamed Salah received a warm welcome as he was introduced as Trabzonspor's newest player at the club's Papara Park stadium on Thursday night. The Egyptian captain signed a two-year deal with the Turkish Super Lig club, a move that has generated significant excitement among fans.

Grand Presentation and Fan Engagement

As part of the presentation, the stadium was filled with a laser show featuring a large image of Salah, creating an electrifying atmosphere. Upon his arrival, Salah addressed the crowd in Turkish, expressing his gratitude for the enthusiastic reception he received. He remarked, “I wish I could speak more Turkish by now, but it is still very soon for me,” and thanked the fans for their overwhelming support. “I am here to win. I want to win something with this club because you guys showed me so much love and I really, really appreciate that,” he added.

Significant Move for Trabzonspor

Salah, who became a free agent after leaving Liverpool at the end of the previous season, participated in a ceremonial contract signing and took a lap of honour as fans chanted his name. His transfer is seen as a major achievement for Trabzonspor, especially given the interest he garnered from clubs in the Saudi Pro League and Major League Soccer, as well as from Istanbul's traditional powerhouses. Trabzonspor, often regarded as Turkey's fourth-largest club, finished third in the Super Lig last season and will compete in the Europa League play-off round. They also secured the Turkish Cup in 2026, with their last league title coming in the 2021/22 season.

This signing marks a significant milestone for Trabzonspor, as Salah is considered the club's most prominent acquisition to date. Although he was close to joining Besiktas, negotiations fell through due to disagreements over financial and image rights, according to local media. Details of Salah's contract with Trabzonspor remain undisclosed, but reports indicate it includes an annual salary of €17 million.