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Liverpool's Post-Salah Era: Pulisic Leading the Replacement Race

Liverpool's Post-Salah Era: Pulisic Leading the Replacement Race

Arthur Jones
Arthur Jones
Published: Feb 23, 2026

Liverpool cult hero Emile Heskey believes that USMNT star Christian Pulisic could be a useful replacement for Mohamed Salah at Anfield. The American forward boasts Premier League experience from a stint at Chelsea and has starred in Italy for AC Milan. A return to England is being speculated on, with another winger potentially being required on Merseyside.

The Shifting Sands at Anfield: Is Salah's Reign Ending?

The prospect of **Mohamed Salah** departing **Liverpool** casts a long shadow over **Anfield**. While under contract until **2027**, a visible frustration and a notable dip in his phenomenal output this season – including no **Premier League** goal since November 1 – have fueled intense speculation.

At **33 years old**, the "Egyptian King" still commands significant value. Rumours of lucrative moves to the **Saudi Pro League** or **MLS** persist, making his eventual exit a pragmatic financial decision for the Reds. The question isn't *if* he leaves, but *when* and *who* could possibly fill the void.

Enter the American: Pulisic's Anfield Appeal

Amidst the fervent **Liverpool transfer news**, one name is consistently surfacing: **Christian Pulisic**. The **USMNT** captain, currently starring for **AC Milan**, has reportedly put new contract talks on hold, suggesting a potential return to the **Premier League** might be on his radar.

Former **Liverpool** striker **Emile Heskey** believes **Pulisic** could be a shrewd acquisition for **Arne Slot**'s evolving squad.

Heskey's Bold Endorsement for Captain America

"I actually quite like **Christian Pulisic**," **Heskey** told *OLBG*. "He is very direct. He probably didn't get as many goals as I would have liked him to get at **Chelsea** but I thought he gave defences problems."

**Heskey** sees parallels in **Pulisic**'s situation to **Salah**'s own journey after leaving **Chelsea**. "Mo left **Chelsea** to go to Italy and look at what he’s done for **Liverpool**. I think it’d be great to see someone like **Pulisic** come back into the **Premier League**... he would love to show that his time at **Chelsea** was just a little blip."