For eight years, Mohamed Salah has dazzled fans with his exceptional performances for Liverpool.
By the time the 2024/25 season concludes, he could have two Premier League medals, four Golden Boots, two Playmaker of the Season awards, two Premier League Player of the Season awards, and three PFA Players’ Player of the Year awards. Add to that a long list of broken records, and the Egyptian King has firmly established himself as one of Liverpool’s greatest players. But is he the greatest player in Premier League history?
Unparalleled Numbers and Consistency
Salah has already entered the top five of the Premier League’s all-time goal-scorers list and ranks in the top 10 for all-time assists. Only legends like Frank Lampard and Wayne Rooney have managed to be among the top goal-scorers and assist providers, but they played in the league longer than Salah. This combination of goal-scoring prowess and playmaking ability is a testament to his completeness as a player.
Unlike Steven Gerrard, another Liverpool icon, Salah has the titles to back up his claim to greatness. Gerrard’s talent was undeniable, but his lack of a Premier League title often hurts his case. Salah, however, joined a Liverpool side that had never won the Premier League and played a pivotal role in securing two titles, proving his ability to elevate an entire team.
Record-Breaking Debut and Sustained Dominance
When Salah arrived at Liverpool in 2017, he wasted no time in making history. In the 2017/18 season, he:
- Became the first Liverpool player to score 10 goals in a single Champions League campaign.
- Set the record for most goals by a player in their debut season for Liverpool.
- Broke the long-standing record for most goals in a single 38-game Premier League season, winning the Golden Boot.
- Carried Liverpool to their first Champions League final in 11 years.
Despite an injury in the final against Real Madrid, his impact was undeniable. In the following season, he silenced critics by leading Liverpool to Champions League glory and securing another Premier League Golden Boot, narrowly missing out on the league title by just one point.
Then came the historic 2019/20 campaign, where he led Liverpool to their first Premier League title in 30 years. In the 2021/22 season, he achieved another remarkable feat—winning both the Golden Boot and Playmaker of the Season awards in the same season, a feat only matched by Thierry Henry.
The Egyptian King’s Everlasting Impact
Even as he entered his 30s, Salah continued to dominate. In the 2024/25 season, he:
- Became the player with the most goals on opening day in Premier League history.
- Scored and assisted in 37 different league matches, setting a new record.
- Reached double figures for goals and assists before Christmas, a first in Premier League history.
- Became the first player to score and assist in 11 different games in a single Premier League season.
This season could see him equal Thierry Henry’s record of four Premier League Golden Boots and potentially break the single-season assist record held by Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. If he also wins the Premier League Player of the Season award, he will tie Ronaldo, Henry, De Bruyne, and Nemanja Vidić for the most wins. Furthermore, a third PFA Players’ Player of the Year award would make him the standalone record-holder.
Comparing Salah to Other Premier League Greats
Salah’s ability to perform in big games sets him apart. He is second only to Alan Shearer in goals against the Premier League’s traditional “big six” clubs, surpassing names like Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo.
While some argue that he hasn’t dominated his era due to Manchester City’s success, players like Shearer and Henry won fewer league titles but are still regarded as all-time greats. With two Premier League trophies, Salah has certainly done enough to be in the conversation.
In terms of individual brilliance, Salah’s 2024/25 campaign could rival Ronaldo’s iconic 2007/08 season, where he won the Premier League, Golden Boot, Player of the Season, PFA Players’ and Fans’ Player of the Year, FWA Footballer of the Year, European Golden Shoe, Champions League top scorer, and the Ballon d’Or. If Salah wins the league, Golden Boot, Playmaker of the Season, and Player of the Season awards, he could cement his place at the very top.
Final Verdict
Mohamed Salah has the goals, assists, records, big-game performances, longevity, and individual awards to stake a claim as the greatest player in Premier League history. While fans may prefer players like Henry, Rooney, Ronaldo, or even Eden Hazard for their style of play, Salah’s ability to consistently impact matches is undeniable.
The only thing left for him to achieve is another Ballon d’Or to further solidify his legacy. Whether or not he is ultimately regarded as the greatest, his place among the league’s all-time greats is unquestionable.
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