Agreeing a new deal with the Egyptian took almost a year and was not straightforward - this is how negotiations played out

A two-year contract to keep Salah at Liverpool a full decade is reportedly close to being agreed, with captain Virgil van Dijk also believed to be nearing a new deal.

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has said he would "love" to play with Virgil van Dijk next season after the Dutchman dropped a massive hint over his future.