Mohamed Salah, after confirming he’ll leave Liverpool at the end of the season, has begun his final campaign with an explosive return to form. As Liverpool heads to Emirates to face Arsenal this Sunday at 5:30 p.m., the Egyptian star’s dazzling performances have reignited Liverpool’s hopes of claiming another Premier League title.
Back in May, Salah’s future with Liverpool appeared uncertain, especially after a viral incident during the 2-2 match against West Ham, where he and then-manager Jürgen Klopp were seen arguing on the sidelines.
With Klopp’s departure and Arne Slot’s arrival, the landscape shifted. Although Liverpool rejected a €200 million offer from Al-Ittihad this summer, Salah made his intentions clear:
this season will be his last in Merseyside. After seven remarkable years, he aims to close his Liverpool chapter on a high note.
And now, as if in perfect symmetry with his final campaign, Salah has started the season stronger than ever, once again establishing himself as one of the world’s elite players.
Slot’s fresh approach has further bolstered Salah’s influence on the pitch. Under the new 4-2-3-1 setup, Salah operates as a pivot point, giving him more chances to play long balls, wreaking havoc on defenses.
With five goals and five assists in eight matches, Salah has ascended to become the Premier League’s ninth all-time top scorer, reminding everyone of his undeniable impact on Liverpool’s success.
His extraordinary consistency has been a standout feature, season after season. Even Chelsea, who Liverpool defeated 2-1 last weekend, found themselves tormented by the Egyptian.
His teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold recently praised Salah, saying, “If I could choose one attribute, I would choose Mohamed Salah’s consistency… He is the most consistent player I have ever seen in the Premier League… Everyone in the team, young or old, is inspired by him.”
Liverpool’s momentum this season has been impressive. Recent commanding victories over Manchester United (3-0) and Chelsea (2-1) have placed them atop the table. Yet their upcoming clash against Arsenal will be a key test.
Salah, who has scored a remarkable 56 goals against members of the “Big 6” in 81 matches, remains a formidable force against elite teams.
The Gunners haven’t defeated Liverpool in an official competition since March 2022, adding intrigue to what could be a pivotal match in both clubs’ campaigns.
While Arsenal’s defense, with William Saliba among those in the spotlight, may seem vulnerable, the Gunners will be keenly aware of Salah’s ability to capitalize on defensive lapses.
With a Liverpool win, Salah could bring his team a step closer to the Premier League title—a fitting conclusion for a player who has cemented his legacy at Anfield.
With his signature bow-and-arrow celebration poised for display at the Emirates, Salah appears ready to lead Liverpool on one final championship push, capping a career that has shaped not just Liverpool’s fortunes but the Premier League as a whole.
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