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"This is My First Time Being Welcomed Like This at an Airport"... 'Pharaoh' Salah Stunned by Epic Reception from Turkish Fans

Nam Ju-hyeon

Published : Aug 6, 2026 5:53 PM

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On August 5 (Korean time), Mohamed Salah arrived in Turkey for transfer negotiations with Trabzonspor.

Although Istanbul, where his medical check was conducted, is located about 1,000 kilometers away from the home city of Trabzon, many fans gathered to see him. At the Trabzon Airport, where he arrived next, a crowd of 25,000 people welcomed Salah, who is on the verge of his transfer, even setting off fireworks.

[Sports Mug] brings you the scene of Salah's entry into Turkey, where he expressed his deep emotion, saying, "This is my first time receiving such a welcome at an airport."

(Written and Edited by Nam Ju-hyeon | Produced by Sports News Department)