In the ever-unpredictable world of football, where careers can twist and turn like a winger evading defenders, Liverpool might just have the perfect solution to their Mohamed Salah conundrum staring them right in the face—or rather, across London at Craven Cottage. Fulham’s Harry Wilson, a product of the Anfield academy who was sold for a mere £12 million in 2022, is being touted as an “unbelievable” option to step into Salah’s boots should the Egyptian’s rocky relationship with manager Arne Slot reach a breaking point.
The drama at Liverpool has been unfolding like a gripping soap opera this season. Salah, the club’s talismanic forward and one of the Premier League’s all-time greats, found himself embroiled in a very public spat with Slot. It all kicked off after a humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat to PSV Eindhoven, where the Dutch boss dropped Salah from the starting lineup. The 33-year-old Egyptian then saw limited action—just 45 minutes across the next three games—before venting his frustrations following a 3-3 draw with Leeds United. “They’re throwing me under the bus,” Salah reportedly fumed, leading to his complete omission from the squad for the crucial clash against Inter Milan.
Slot has downplayed the rift, insisting there’s no immediate need for Salah to leave Anfield. But with tensions simmering and Salah’s contract situation adding fuel to the fire, the Reds may soon need to scout for a right-wing replacement. Enter Tomasz Radzinski, the former Everton and Fulham striker turned pundit, who believes Liverpool already let their ideal successor slip through their fingers.
Speaking exclusively to ComeOn, Radzinski drew parallels between Wilson’s potential path and Salah’s own journey to stardom. “Harry Wilson to Liverpool, why not? If he can perform this well for Fulham,” Radzinski said. “Before Mohamed Salah became one of the greatest players in the Premier League, he had to move to a few other clubs as well. At Chelsea, he was not really rated and he had to go to Italy only to come back to the Premier League to be exceptionally fantastic. Anything can happen. The sky is the limit.”
Radzinski emphasized the importance of player-manager chemistry and adaptability. “It’s all up to the individual himself and obviously the chemistry together with the manager at that moment and the way the team is playing,” he added. “If you come to a team and you start playing a new formation and style, it’s going to be strange for your head. So you’re going to have to adapt to that as well. But, Wilson can do it.”
Wilson’s story at Liverpool is one of unfulfilled promise and what-ifs. The Welsh international joined the club’s youth ranks in 2014 and spent eight years climbing the ladder, but senior opportunities were scarce. He made just two appearances for the first team, both in domestic cups, and was shuttled out on multiple loans to clubs like Derby County, Bournemouth, and Cardiff City. In 2022, with his path blocked by established stars like Salah, Liverpool cashed in for £12 million, sending him to Fulham—a fee that now looks like a bargain basement deal given his subsequent exploits.
Since arriving in west London, Wilson has blossomed into a creative force. In just over three years, he’s notched 29 goals and provided 39 assists, showcasing the kind of flair and end product that made him a standout in Liverpool’s academy. This season, the 28-year-old has been particularly electric, delivering standout performances for both Fulham and Wales. His hat-trick in Wales’ 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against North Macedonia on November 18, 2025, at Cardiff City Stadium was a highlight, underscoring his ability to perform on the big stage.
Radzinski isn’t just backing Wilson; he’s also urging patience with Liverpool’s broader struggles. The Reds have endured a turbulent campaign, with Slot’s summer signings yet to fully click. “It’s a very funny situation over at Liverpool, so it’s hard to judge from the outside,” Radzinski noted. “We don’t know what’s going on at the training ground. I think they have enough players. I think they’ve done, in my eyes, fantastic deals in the summer. I just don’t think the players who they brought are performing at the moment, but it probably has nothing to do with their personalities or whatever. It’s just sometimes when you come from a different competition, different teams, not every team suits every player. This is how it is.”
Could Wilson really be the one to fill the void left by Salah? It’s a tantalizing prospect—a homegrown talent returning to haunt the club that let him go for peanuts. At £12 million, his transfer fee now seems like a steal, especially as Liverpool grapple with squad depth and form issues. If Slot and Salah can’t mend fences, bringing back a familiar face like Wilson might not just be unbelievable—it could be inspired.
As the January transfer window looms, all eyes will be on Anfield. Will Liverpool rectify their past mistake and lure Wilson home, or will the Welsh wizard continue to shine elsewhere? Football, after all, loves a redemption story.