Mohamed Salah has firmly etched his name in Premier League history by netting his 164th goal during Liverpool’s victory over Brighton & Hove Albion.
Mohamed Salah Climbs to 8th in Premier League All-Time Scoring Charts
This milestone moves him into eighth place on the all-time scoring list, surpassing Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler. The Egyptian forward’s goal was pivotal in Liverpool’s comeback win and their return to the top of the table.
Salah’s journey to this feat is a testament to his relentless consistency and prowess on the field. His 164 goals have come across 273 Premier League appearances, with the vast majority scored in a Liverpool shirt. A brief, less memorable stint at Chelsea a decade ago contributed just two goals to this tally.
In surpassing Fowler, who humorously acknowledged the achievement by tweeting, “Always preferred number 9 anyway,” Salah not only climbed the charts but also further solidified his status as a modern icon at Anfield.
Fowler’s playful response reminded fans of his own illustrious career, during which he wore the number 9 jersey during his second spell at Liverpool.
With his latest goal, Salah now stands just 11 goals shy of Thierry Henry’s 175 and 13 behind Frank Lampard’s 177, both achievable targets this season given his current form. Since joining Liverpool in 2017, Salah has consistently scored between 18 and 32 Premier League goals per season, proving to be a key figure in the Reds’ attacking lineup.
Salah’s climb up the scoring ranks brings him within sight of the top five Premier League goal scorers. Sergio Aguero sits fifth with 184 goals, followed by Andrew Cole with 187, Wayne Rooney with 208, and Harry Kane, who recently departed for Bayern Munich, with 213.
Alan Shearer’s record of 260 goals still appears dauntingly distant, yet Salah’s achievements cannot be understated.
As Salah approaches his 33rd birthday next June, questions about his long-term future with Liverpool arise. His current contract expires at the end of this season, casting a shadow of uncertainty over his future.
Alongside teammates Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contracts are also up, Salah’s next steps remain a topic of keen interest for fans and pundits alike.
Regardless of what the future holds, Mohamed Salah’s impact on the Premier League and his contributions to Liverpool’s successes are undeniable. As he continues to find the back of the net, fans will be eagerly watching to see just how high he can climb on the all-time scoring charts.
Salah’s legacy as one of the Premier League’s greats is already well-established, and every additional goal further cements his place in football history.
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