Mohamed Salah welcomes son Lejl; weekend appearance for Trabzonspor uncertain
Salah’s sister confirmed the newborn’s name as Lejl; he has travelled to the UK while his wife and daughters remained and his selection versus Gençlerbirliği is unresolved.
Mohamed Salah has become a father to a son named Lejl, Salah’s family confirmed on 04.09.2026. The announcement was made by the player's sister, who revealed the newborn’s name.
This is Salah’s first son; he and his wife already have two daughters. The arrival expands the forward’s family ahead of a run of fixtures with his club.
Salah has already travelled to the United Kingdom while his wife and the two daughters remained there, the family said.
Availability for Trabzonspor still unclear
It remains uncertain whether Salah will take part in Trabzonspor’s upcoming match against Gençlerbirliği this weekend. The club has not confirmed his status for the fixture.
Trabzonspor’s medical and coaching staff are expected to assess the player's availability in the days before the game; the final decision has not been announced.
Photo: press material from the event
