If the Saudis are looking to spend a bit more sensibly, I agree that it won’t affect the desire for them to have Mo Salah playing there as a crown jewel. The main thing that would stop Mo from going is his age and playing level. He still has much more to give at a much higher level than Saudi Arabia.
Ideally he signs a 1-2 year extension, plays under the new manager, retains transfer value for us by being protected by his contract, and then assesses his playing options down the line. He still has plenty to give, and is our most reliable source of goals, as 7 seasons with 20+ goals shows.