Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has called for Mohamed Salah to be considered for the Ballon d’Or, insisting that the Egyptian forward’s consistency and impact at Liverpool deserve greater recognition.
Salah delivered another standout performance in Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Manchester City in the Premier League, scoring a goal and providing an assist.
His contribution further cemented his remarkable season, in which he has amassed 30 goals and 21 assists in 38 appearances. Additionally, he broke the club’s record for the most assists in a single Premier League campaign, setting a new benchmark with 16.
Sturridge praises Salah’s longevity and influence
Speaking on Sky Sports, Sturridge expressed his admiration for Salah’s sustained excellence since joining Liverpool in 2017.
What Salah does for Liverpool year after year is simply absurd, breathtaking, Sturridge said.
The former England international emphasized how Salah has continually defied expectations with his goal-scoring ability and influence on the team.
When Mo came to the club, nobody expected him to be one of those scoring 20-25 goals a season.
The consistency he shows is incredible.
Despite his impressive performances, Salah has often been overlooked in discussions surrounding the Ballon d’Or.
Sturridge believes it is time for that to change.
If we don’t link him with the Ballon d’Or, something is going terribly wrong here.
We need to start including him in that discussion. Salah didn’t even make it into the three finalists.
A case for the Ballon d’Or
Salah has been instrumental in Liverpool’s success in recent years, playing a crucial role in their Premier League and Champions League triumphs.
His ability to deliver in high-pressure moments, combined with his record-breaking performances, makes a strong case for Ballon d’Or consideration.
As the season progresses, the Egyptian forward will be aiming to add more silverware to his collection, further strengthening his claim as one of the world’s top footballers.
With influential figures like Sturridge advocating for his recognition, the debate over Salah’s place among football’s elite is likely to continue.
