Peter Crouch is encouraging Liverpool to offer Mohamed Salah a record-breaking salary and has issued a ‘caution’ to Trent Alexander-Arnold.

**Klopp Jokes About Potential Parade Amid Salah Contract Concerns**

In a light-hearted moment, Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp quipped that the club might have to hold a parade if they were to be awarded titles following the ongoing hearing involving Manchester City. However, the focus for many Liverpool fans remains firmly on the future of star forward Mohamed Salah, who is currently in the final six months of his contract at Anfield.

Former Reds striker Peter Crouch has urged the club to offer Salah what he describes as “groundbreaking money” to ensure the Egyptian remains on Merseyside. With Salah leading the Premier League scoring charts with 18 goals and topping the assist list with 13, his value to the team is undeniable.

Crouch, speaking to TNT Sports, expressed his belief that Salah is keen to stay at Liverpool, despite the protracted negotiations over a new deal. “I get the impression he wants to stay,” Crouch stated. “I think it’s all a game. Footballers have all been in this position where they’re negotiating a contract – he couldn’t be in a stronger position.”

He continued, “Any club in the world would take Mo Salah, and to replace him is going to cost you a hell of a lot more money. I’m pretty sure he’s after groundbreaking money, but in my opinion, you give it to him, even if it’s for two, potentially even three years.”

Crouch acknowledged the club’s history of moving on from star players, citing the departures of Fernando Torres, Luis Suarez, and Philippe Coutinho. However, he believes Salah stands out as one of the greatest players in Liverpool’s history. “You’d love him to get a new contract,” he added.

When asked about the delay in reaching an agreement, Crouch expressed surprise, suggesting that Salah has likely been offered a contract. “I think when you back yourself and have the confidence that Mo Salah’s got, you’re happy to go into the last year of your contract,” he explained. “If you’re Mo Salah, you’re perfectly entitled to run your contract down, as he has done, and be in the position that he’s in.”

Crouch also noted that while Salah may have options abroad, including lucrative offers from Saudi clubs, he believes the forward would prefer to stay at Liverpool if the terms are right. “Other than Real Madrid or Barcelona, I could not see any other European clubs going in for him, or him wanting to go anywhere else,” he said.

**Crouch’s Caution for Alexander-Arnold**

Meanwhile, Liverpool’s academy graduate Trent Alexander-Arnold is also facing contract uncertainty, with speculation linking him to a high-profile move to Real Madrid. Crouch acknowledged that a transfer to the Spanish giants would be a “special thing” for any player, but he cautioned Alexander-Arnold about the potential impact on his legacy at Liverpool.

“It’s an amazing club. The opportunity to play for Real Madrid is such a special thing and I think pretty much for every player, it’s the pinnacle,” Crouch said. “But I think the grass isn’t always greener, especially for a local player.”

He added, “When you’re a local lad, sometimes it might tarnish your reputation. That would be a real shame considering what he has achieved at the football club. I think it’s an amazing opportunity, of course, and I personally wouldn’t begrudge him for it, but it’s a word of warning.”

Crouch concluded by reflecting on the importance of legacy, suggesting that Alexander-Arnold might prefer to remain a club legend at Liverpool, where he could one day bring his own children to witness his achievements. As the transfer window approaches, the futures of both Salah and Alexander-Arnold remain hot topics among the Anfield faithful.