**Ex-Liverpool Star Fabinho Reunited with Mohamed Salah at Trabzonspor**
Brazilian midfielder Fabinho has officially signed a two-year contract with Trabzonspor, the Turkish Super Lig club announced on August 24, 2026. This move marks a significant reunion for Fabinho, who will be joining his former Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah at the Turkish side.
The club's announcement indicated that Fabinho, who is 32 years old, will earn a guaranteed fee of 2.6 million euros (approximately $3.03 million) per season, along with a signing bonus of 1.4 million euros (about $1.63 million). The details of the contract were disclosed in a filing made to the Turkish stock exchange.
Fabinho's career has seen a notable transition in recent years. After a successful five-year stint with Liverpool, where he made 219 appearances and contributed to the club's collection of major trophies—including the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup, Club World Cup, and UEFA Super Cup—he joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad in 2023. During his time in Saudi Arabia, he played a crucial role in helping Al-Ittihad secure the domestic league title.
Upon his arrival in Trabzon, Fabinho expressed his excitement about reuniting with Salah. “A really special feeling to be playing with Salah again… I had the opportunity to play with him for five years in Liverpool. He is a person whom I respect a lot both for what he has done and what he will do,” Fabinho remarked. He emphasized his commitment to contributing positively to the team, stating, “I will always try to do the best I can with whatever ability I have.”
Salah, who is 34 years old, joined Trabzonspor earlier this month as a free agent, further enhancing the club's profile in the Turkish league. The pairing of Fabinho and Salah is expected to bring valuable experience and leadership to Trabzonspor, particularly as they aim to improve upon their third-place finish in the previous Turkish Super Lig season.
Looking ahead, Trabzonspor is set to face Hungary’s Ferencvaros in the second leg of their Europa League playoff tie, having lost the first leg 1-0. The addition of Fabinho and Salah is anticipated to bolster the team's performance as they seek to advance in European competition.
As both players settle into their new roles at Trabzonspor, fans of the club and football enthusiasts alike will be watching closely to see how their reunion impacts the team's fortunes in the upcoming season.