Mohamed Salah could soon have a street named after him in Türkiye, just weeks after the Egyptian football star completed his high-profile move to Trabzonspor.
Authorities in Yomra, a district in Turkey’s Trabzon province, are planning to rename the street where Salah is expected to live as “Mohamed Salah Street,” in recognition of the excitement surrounding his arrival and the impact local officials believe he can have on the area.
The proposal was put forward by Yomra Mayor Mustafa Bıyık, who described Salah’s arrival as a major moment not only for Trabzonspor but for Turkish football as a whole.
Selvi Street Could Become ‘Mohamed Salah Street’
Salah is expected to settle in the Kaşüstü neighborhood of Yomra, where renovation work is currently being carried out on his new home.
The property is located on Selvi Street, which local authorities want to rename in the Egyptian forward’s honor.
According to Turkish reports, the proposal is set to go before the Yomra Municipal Council. As of the latest available reports, the change had not yet been finalized, meaning “Mohamed Salah Street” remains a planned new name pending municipal approval.
The initiative would leave Salah with the unusual distinction of living on a street carrying his own name.
Yomra Mayor Celebrates Salah’s Arrival
Mayor Mustafa Bıyık said Salah choosing to live in Yomra had generated considerable pride in the district.
Bıyık described the Egypt captain as one of the most important transfers in Trabzonspor and Turkish football history, adding that hosting a player with Salah’s global profile could also strengthen Yomra’s international recognition and commercial appeal.
The mayor explained that naming the street after Salah would allow the district to permanently commemorate a period he considers historic for the area.
For local authorities, Salah’s arrival therefore represents more than simply the signing of a star footballer. His global popularity could also bring additional attention to Yomra and Trabzon from football supporters around the world.
Mohamed Salah Begins New Chapter With Trabzonspor
Salah officially joined Trabzonspor in August 2026, ending his hugely successful nine-year spell with Liverpool and beginning a new chapter in the Turkish Süper Lig.
Trabzonspor confirmed on August 6 that the Egyptian international had signed a two-year contract with the club.
His arrival generated extraordinary scenes in Trabzon, with thousands of supporters welcoming him before the club staged an official presentation at Papara Park.
The transfer immediately became one of the biggest stories of the Turkish football summer, with Salah bringing a level of international recognition built through years as one of the Premier League’s most prominent players.
From Liverpool Icon to Trabzonspor Star
Salah arrived in Türkiye following one of the most successful spells by an Egyptian player in European football history.
During his years at Liverpool, he became one of the club’s defining players, winning major trophies and establishing himself among the most recognizable footballers in the world.
His decision to continue his career with Trabzonspor therefore attracted attention far beyond Türkiye, particularly in Egypt and across the Arab world.
Trabzonspor supporters gave Salah a huge reception upon his arrival, with the club publicly welcoming its new star before he formally signed his contract.
That excitement has quickly spread beyond the football stadium.
Street art celebrating Salah has already appeared around Trabzon, while the proposed street renaming would give the city another permanent connection to its new Egyptian star.
Salah’s Presence Could Boost Yomra’s Profile
Local officials also believe Salah’s choice to live in Yomra could have wider benefits for the district.
Bıyık said the presence of a globally recognized footballer could contribute to Yomra’s brand value and commercial profile, particularly as international attention continues to follow Salah’s career in Türkiye.
Football transfers can have an impact well beyond the pitch, particularly when a player arrives with Salah’s international following.
His presence could potentially attract supporters and visitors interested not only in attending Trabzonspor matches but also in seeing the city and district where the Egyptian captain now lives.
Naming the street after him would make that connection even more visible.
Will ‘Mohamed Salah Street’ Become Official?
For now, the proposed name change still requires the relevant municipal process to be completed.
Reports from Trabzon indicate that the Yomra Municipal Council is expected to consider the proposal to change Selvi Street to Mohamed Salah Street, with the official renaming taking effect if approved.
If the proposal goes through, it would become one of the most unusual tributes Salah has received during his career — and one that has arrived remarkably quickly after his move to Türkiye.
Only weeks after becoming a Trabzonspor player, Mohamed Salah could soon see his name become a permanent part of the map of Trabzon, reflecting the enormous excitement his arrival has generated both on and off the pitch.
