New Delhi: Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed confidence in Mohamed Salah’s ability to deliver for the club after the Egyptian’s stellar performance in a dramatic 3-3 draw against Newcastle. Salah, who has been a talisman for Liverpool since his arrival in 2017 has once again showcased his importance with a goal and assist, further cementing his legendary status at Anfield.
The 32-year-old forward’s contract with Liverpool is set to expire at the end of the season, and his future has been a subject of speculation after he recently voiced disappointment over the club’s lack of urgency in securing a new deal. However, his heroics against Newcastle offered a timely reminder of his enduring value to the team. Salah’s perfectly weighted pass set up Curtis Jones for Liverpool’s opener and he followed it with two exquisite finishes reinforcing his reputation as a match-winner.
Simply unstoppable 🔥
Salah breaks the all-time PL record with his 37th match with a goal and an assist 👏 pic.twitter.com/WoOM6IY1Vb
— Premier League USA (@PLinUSA) December 4, 2024
Slot praised Salah’s contributions post-match, emphasizing his impact during critical moments. “Every time we need Mo Salah, he scores a goal,” Slot said as he answered questions regarding the Salah’s contract extension potential outcome. “We are hoping and expecting he can continue this for a long time. He was outstanding in the second half; he did many special things for us.”
New Premier League record
Salah’s influence on the Premier League continues to grow. With his contributions at Newcastle, he surpassed Wayne Rooney’s record of scoring and assisting in 37 Premier League games, a feat unmatched in the competition’s history. The Egyptian King’s current form is particularly striking as he has scored in seven consecutive league matches, joining an elite group that includes Jamie Vardy and Ruud van Nistelrooy in achieving multiple streaks of such length. He even moved to the top of the Golden Boot rankings, surpassing Haaland after his brace against Newcastle.
Simply unstoppable 🔥
Salah breaks the all-time PL record with his 37th match with a goal and an assist 👏 pic.twitter.com/WoOM6IY1Vb
— Premier League USA (@PLinUSA) December 4, 2024
Since joining Liverpool, Salah has amassed an incredible 325 goal involvements in 370 games. His tally of 168 Premier League goals for the Reds puts him atop the club’s all-time charts and he now sits just five goals shy of Thierry Henry in the league’s all-time scoring list.
Contract dilemma continues
Salah’s impressive statistics only amplify the urgency for Liverpool to secure his future with his ability to decide games even when not at his best, Salah remains irreplaceable. His 76 Premier League assists for Liverpool are second only to Steven Gerrard in the club’s history. His unmatched consistency makes him one of the greatest players to have graced Anfield.
The uncertainty around Salah’s contract renewal has sparked debates among football pundits with many asserting that Liverpool cannot afford to lose a player of this caliber. Slot’s remarks signal the club’s optimism in keeping the Egyptian forward whose contributions on the pitch remain pivotal to Liverpool’s ambitions this season.
Mohamed Salah starred in Liverpool’s 3-3 draw against Newcastle, scoring twice and assisting once, showcasing how crucial he is for the team’s attacking prowess. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
