Mohamed Salah ranks among the world’s most-followed footballers after Trabzonspor move

Egypt captain Mohamed Salah has been ranked seventh among the world’s most-followed footballers, with his reported move to Turkish side Trabzonspor generating fresh attention around his global popularity.

According to Turkish newspaper 61 Hours, Salah has a combined 106 million followers across various social media platforms, placing the Egyptian forward among the biggest names in world football.

The report highlighted the impact of Salah’s move to Trabzonspor, saying his arrival has not only attracted significant attention in Turkey but has also strengthened the club’s international profile.

Ronaldo leads global list

Cristiano Ronaldo tops the list by a considerable margin, with the Portugal and Al-Nassr forward boasting 964 million followers across social media platforms.

Argentina and Inter Miami star Lionel Messi is second with 633 million followers, while Brazilian forward Neymar occupies third place with 398 million.

France captain Kylian Mbappe is fourth on 178 million followers, followed by his compatriot Karim Benzema, who has 139 million.

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is sixth with 115 million, just ahead of Salah’s 106 million.

Colombia’s James Rodriguez is eighth with 100 million followers, while French midfielder Paul Pogba has 95 million.

Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior completes the top 10 with 91 million followers.

Salah adds global value to Trabzonspor

Salah’s popularity is expected to provide Trabzonspor with a major boost beyond the pitch.

The Egyptian remains particularly popular across Africa and the Arab world, while his profile in Europe gives the Turkish club an opportunity to expand its international audience.

The report noted that Salah’s influence extends beyond his performances as a footballer, with his huge social media following also providing significant marketing and commercial value.

His arrival is therefore viewed as a potentially important development for Trabzonspor as the club seeks to increase its visibility both in Turkey and internationally.

For Salah, the figures underline the continued global appeal of one of Africa’s most recognisable footballers, whose profile remains among the highest in the sport even as he begins a new chapter in Turkey.