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MLS Commissioner Eyes Mohamed Salah for Next Season

3/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Don Garber, MLS Commissioner, expressed a desire to see Mohamed Salah, Liverpool star, join Major League Soccer after Salah departs Liverpool at the end of the season.
Salah, a Liverpool standout for nine years, is set to become a free agent, drawing interest from clubs including Saudi club Al Ittihad.
Salah's potential move to MLS would make him a major asset, as Lionel Messi's MLS success shows.

History

Historical Context

Major League Soccer (MLS) was established in 1993 as part of the U.S. bid for the 1994 FIFA World Cup, beginning play in 1996 with ten teams. The league faced early financial struggles but rebounded after adopting the Designated Player Rule in 2007, attracting stars like David Beckham. Today, with 30 teams, MLS continues to enhance its profile, aiming for greater competitiveness and visibility.

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Story summary

Don Garber, MLS Commissioner, expressed a desire to see Mohamed Salah, Liverpool star, join Major League Soccer after Salah departs Liverpool at the end of the season.
Salah, a Liverpool standout for nine years, is set to become a free agent, drawing interest from clubs including Saudi club Al Ittihad.
Salah's potential move to MLS would make him a major asset, as Lionel Messi's MLS success shows.

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