• Egyptian king’s glory fades: Mohamed Salah struggles at Liverpool

Egyptian star Mohamed Salah is facing the toughest stretch of his European career since joining Liverpool in 2017. Mid-season stats reveal a sharp drop in his attacking impact during the 2025–2026 campaign, raising serious questions about his future at Anfield and whether he can regain his former brilliance.

Numbers Don’t Lie: Sharp Decline in Output

“Mo” is no longer the striker feared by goalkeepers. According to mid-season statistics, Salah has scored just 9 goals so far, averaging 0.24 per match—the lowest mark of his 12 years in European football. Compared to the same point last season, when he had 32 goals, he has lost over two-thirds of his scoring power.

Data from SofaScore shows Salah’s shot accuracy and conversion rate have fallen to just 10%, the worst of his career, with only 2.8 shots per 90 minutes.

Tactical Shift and Locker Room Tensions

This decline coincides with changes under Dutch coach Arne Slot, with reports suggesting a cooling of relations between the two. Slot, prioritizing defensive solidity, has frequently benched Salah, 33, or substituted him early—a scenario Salah rarely experienced under Jurgen Klopp. The combination of tactical sidelining and age has clearly impacted his mental and physical presence on the field.

End of a Record-Breaking Era?

This slump comes after years in which Salah was Liverpool’s undisputed star, breaking club records and becoming the team’s all-time top Premier League scorer. As the season nears its conclusion, the question remains: is this a temporary dip, or is Salah truly writing the final chapters of his legendary Anfield story?