Claims of Turkish citizenship have emerged regarding Egyptian footballer Mohamed Salah, who plays for Trabzonspor. Journalist Mohamed El-Kaoud alleged in a post on his social media account that a citizenship process is underway for Salah and his family.
In his post, El-Kaoud claimed that Salah would receive Turkish citizenship along with his wife and three children. The same post also alleged that the footballer would be awarded the "State Medal of Distinguished Service" and would also be presented with a high-level honorary award.
I have learned that Mohamed Salah will receive Turkish citizenship along with his wife and three children. Salah will be awarded the State Medal of Distinguished Service in a grand ceremony.
So far, no statement has been made by official authorities or Trabzonspor regarding the claims that Salah will be granted Turkish citizenship and presented with an official award.
News Source: 12punto