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Egyptian soccer player Mohamed Salah speaks to fans waiting outside of the airport as he arrives in Trabzon, Turkey, 05 August 2026. Salah is joining Trabzonspor on a two-year contract. His official presentation will take place on 06 August. EPA / STR

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