| Age | 33 years |
| Date of birth | June 15, 1992 |
| Height, weight | 175 cm, 71 kg |
| Place of birth | Nagrig, Egypt |
| Citizenship | Egypt |
| Position | Right winger |
| Club | Liverpool |
| Number | 11 |
| In team since | July 1, 2017 |
| Contract until | June 30, 2025 |
| Contract extension | 2022 |
| Market value | ~€65 million |
| Eye color | Dark brown |
| Preferred foot | Left |
| Agent | Ramy Abbas Issa |
Biography of Mohamed Salah
Mohamed Salah is one of the best footballers of modern times and one of Africa’s greatest players, known for his speed, technique, and scoring ability. He is considered one of the strongest wingers in football history and holds records among foreign goal scorers in the Premier League .
Salah began his professional career at the Egyptian club Al-Mokawloon, after which he quickly moved to Europe by signing with Basel. In Switzerland, he won the league title and attracted attention from top clubs.
An unsuccessful period at Chelsea did not break Salah’s career — through loan spells at Fiorentina and Roma, he managed to restart his career and reach a new level. At Roma, he became the leader of the attack and one of the best players in Serie A.
The true peak of his career came at Liverpool, which he joined in 2017. In his first season, he set a Premier League record for goals (32) and became a key player in a team that won the Champions League and the English league title .
Personal life of Mohamed Salah
Mohamed Salah was born in the small Egyptian village of Nagrig and faced difficulties from an early age, including long trips to training sessions that took up to three hours one way .
He is married to Magi Salah, whom he has been with since 2013. The couple has children, and family plays an important role in his life.
Salah is a practicing Muslim and often celebrates goals by performing sujood (prostration), expressing gratitude to God .
He is also known for his charitable activities — he finances the construction of schools and hospitals and helps hundreds of families in Egypt.
Interesting facts about Mohamed Salah
- Top foreign goal scorer in Premier League history
- Top African goal scorer in Champions League history
- Included in the Time 100 list in 2019
- Nicknamed “The Egyptian King”
- His transfer reduced Islamophobia levels in Liverpool (studies)
- One of the most influential athletes in the Middle East
- Considered a national hero in Egypt
Mohamed Salah statistics
Overall club statistics
| Club | Matches | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Mokawloon | 46 | 12 |
| Basel | 79 | 20 |
| Chelsea | 19 | 2 |
| Fiorentina | 26 | 9 |
| Roma | 83 | 34 |
| Liverpool | 435 | 255 |
| Total | 680+ | 330+ |
Mohamed Salah statistics for Egypt national team
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 115 |
| Goals | 67 |
Playing profile of Mohamed Salah
Mohamed Salah is one of the most dangerous attacking players in modern football, combining speed, dribbling, and efficiency.
- Speed and acceleration — one of the fastest players in the world
- Dribbling — easily beats defenders one-on-one
- Finishing — high conversion rate
- Left-footed play — signature cuts inside from the right wing
- Creativity — improved assist-making ability in recent years
He most often operates on the right flank, cutting inside to shoot, but is also capable of playing closer to goal or as a second striker .
Achievements of Mohamed Salah
- UEFA Champions League (2019)
- Premier League (2020, 2025)
- FA Cup
- League Cup
- FIFA Club World Cup
- UEFA Super Cup
Individual awards
- 4 Premier League Golden Boots
- 2 Premier League Player of the Season awards
- 3 PFA Player of the Year awards
- African Player of the Year (2017, 2018)
Controversies involving Mohamed Salah
Unlike many stars, Mohamed Salah’s career is almost free of major scandals.
Among the controversial moments:
- conflict with Fiorentina after refusing a permanent transfer
- debates about his undervaluation in the Ballon d'Or
- criticism of UEFA regarding his political stance and statements
He has also repeatedly spoken on humanitarian issues, including the situation in Gaza, which has caused wide public resonance.
