Pep Guardiola already gave his verdict on Mohamed Salah's last Liverpool deal

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesPep GuardiolaMohamed Salah has confirmed he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season after nine years in the Premier League, with Pep Guardiola among those potentially relievedPep Guardiola's days of being savaged by Mohamed Salah are almost at an end(Image: Visionhaus/Getty Images)Liverpool fans won't be alone in feeling disappointed about Mohamed Salah's departure from the Premier League for a new challenge this summer. However, Pep Guardiola might well be among those quietly breathing a sigh of relief at the exit of the Anfield icon.The 33-year-old Salah confirmed on Tuesday night that his nine-year stint in England's top division will draw to a close in June.

But Guardiola is probably not shedding tears over the news.Salah has been the driving force behind Liverpool's success in recent seasons, which has, in turn, stopped Guardiola's Manchester City from reaching even greater heights during the same timeframe.READ MORE: 3 clubs Mohamed Salah can sign for after confirming Liverpool exitREAD MORE: Jamie Carragher not interested in being part of Anfield sendoff for Mohamed SalahThe City boss provided insight into his regard for Salah following the player's contract extension at Liverpool last year. There's no doubt the quality of Mo Salah."Any frustration wasn't particularly aimed at Salah or Liverpool, though.

Instead, Guardiola's response seemed to suggest disappointment that his side would continue facing the Egyptian threat when he came so close to being rid of it.Guardiola has developed a firm respect for Salah (and vice versa) over the years(Image: PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)Guardiola was notably measured in acknowledging that Salah's new contract was beneficial for Slot and Liverpool's fanbase but not for the Premier League overall.It's perhaps the highest compliment one can receive from arguably the most successful manager in the game's history. It's one chapter in his footballing career he may be keen to bring to a close.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Pep GuardiolaLiverpool FCMohamed Salah