Fabinho Says Salah Reunion “Very Special” Ahead of Trabzonspor Move

Fabinho described the prospect of reuniting with Mohamed Salah at Trabzonspor as “very special” after arriving in Turkey.

The Brazilian midfielder landed in Trabzon on Monday and received a welcome from supporters at the airport. Trabzonspor have reached an agreement in principle with the 32-year-old. He will undergo a medical before completing the remaining contractual procedures.

Speaking after his arrival, Fabinho praised Salah’s character and commitment following their five seasons together at Liverpool.

“Playing with Salah again will be very special. He is not only a great player, but also a great person,” Fabinho told reporters upon his arrival.

Fabinho said Salah continues to prioritise the team despite everything he has achieved during his career. He also described their reunion after three years apart as “a special feeling.”

Fabinho is set to meet head coach Fatih Tekke to discuss his role. He said he was ready to play wherever the team needed him.

Trabzonspor announced Fabinho’s impending arrival with a video showing him wearing the club’s shirt aboard a private jet.

“A familiar face is waiting for me in Trabzon, and I am on my way,” he said in the club’s announcement.

Fabinho joined Liverpool from Monaco in 2018 and remained at Anfield until 2023. He made 219 appearances for the English club.

He played alongside Salah as Liverpool won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup. They also lifted the UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.

Fabinho left Liverpool for Al Ittihad in 2023, and made 111 appearances for the Saudi club, scoring seven goals and providing eight assists.

Salah joined Trabzonspor on a free transfer earlier this month after ending his nine-year Liverpool spell. He signed a two-year contract worth a guaranteed €17 million per season.

The Egypt captain also receives performance-related bonuses and a 20% share of proceeds from Trabzonspor merchandise carrying his name.

Salah scored his first two goals for Trabzonspor during Sunday’s 2-1 league victory over Istanbul Başakşehir. He also had two efforts disallowed on his first Süper Lig start.

Trabzonspor next visit Ferencváros in Thursday’s Europa League playoff second leg. The Turkish side trail 1-0 following the opening match in Trabzon.

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