Peter Crouch questions criticism of Mohamed Salah

Peter Crouch has defended Mohamed Salah amid growing scrutiny over the Liverpool forward’s form, saying he is puzzled by the criticism and believes the Egyptian still has more to offer.

Former striker Peter Crouch questioned the tone of the debate surrounding Mohamed Salah, describing the forward as a world-class player and expressing hope that he will remain at Liverpool FC beyond the current campaign.

Speaking in comments reported by Liverpool.com, Crouch suggested Salah still has objectives to fulfil at the club and argued that now would not be the right moment for him to depart.

Crouch’s remarks come amid renewed discussion about Salah’s performances before and after the Africa Cup of Nations.

While acknowledging that the winger endured a difficult spell around that period, the former England international said recent matches indicate improvement.

He pointed to visible signs of renewed confidence, even if Salah has not yet returned to what many consider his peak level.

Crouch dismissed suggestions that any dip in output was the result of declining physical condition, arguing that the forward does not appear slower or less sharp and remains capable of producing another high-level season.

Statistically, Salah continues to underline his value. In a recent fixture against Sunderland AFC, he provided an assist for Virgil van Dijk, taking his total assists for Liverpool to 92.

That figure draws him level with club icon Steven Gerrard, reinforcing his long-term influence at Anfield.

For Crouch, those numbers are evidence that the criticism may overlook Salah’s continued productivity. He maintains that fluctuations in form are natural but believes the forward’s overall contribution remains significant.

The debate over Salah’s performances is unlikely to disappear quickly, yet Crouch’s intervention reframes the conversation around consistency and legacy.

By highlighting both the player’s recent progress and his historical output, he argues that Salah remains central to Liverpool’s ambitions and capable of adding further chapters to an already distinguished spell at the club.