Trabzonspor legend Iskender Gunin backs Salah to inspire club to league triumph

Trabzonspor legend Iskender Gunin has hailed the quality and influence of Mohamed Salah after the Egyptian forward inspired the Turkish giants to a 2-0 victory over Alanyaspor in the 11th round of the 2026/27 Turkish Super Lig season on Sunday.

Salah delivered another impressive performance, finding the back of the net to help Trabzonspor secure all three points and strengthen their position in the league standings.

The victory has lifted Trabzonspor into sole possession of second place, with their title ambitions gathering momentum. They are now just three points behind league leaders Galatasaray, keeping them firmly in contention for the championship.

Gunin, who has been impressed by the team’s performances this season, believes Trabzonspor have the quality to challenge for the league title, identifying Salah as a key figure in their attacking department.

Speaking in comments reported by Turkish media outlet Sporx, the Trabzonspor legend praised the Egyptian international’s movement, attacking intelligence and ability to convert opportunities into goals.

“Mohamed Salah is the most important player in Trabzonspor’s attack. Thanks to his distinctive movements, his danger to Alanyaspor’s goal, and his high quality in his ability to finish attacks in a distinctive way and score goals, he succeeded once again in leading the team to victory,” Gunin said.

He further expressed confidence in Trabzonspor’s ability to maintain their challenge at the top of the table, insisting that their latest result has strengthened their position among the title contenders.

“Trabzonspor managed to achieve victory and advance to second place, and in this situation, we must say that Trabzonspor is a real contender for the Turkish league title this season,” he added.

Salah’s contribution against Alanyaspor further underlined his importance to Trabzonspor, with the Egyptian forward continuing to make a significant impact for the club.

The Egyptian international has now scored nine goals in the Turkish Super Lig this season, placing him second on the league’s top scorers chart as he continues to deliver impressive performances.

With Trabzonspor now just three points behind Galatasaray, Salah’s form could prove crucial as the club seeks to sustain its challenge for the Turkish league crown.