Mohamed Salah's star continues to shine, both on the pitch and amid discussions surrounding his future at Liverpool FC. Following Liverpool's impressive 5-0 victory against West Ham United on December 31, 2024, Salah once again filled the headlines with his exceptional performance. The Egyptian forward scored one goal and provided two assists, helping his team establish an eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
Despite the overwhelming success on the field, Salah cast doubt on his contract situation post-game, proclaiming, "We are far away from [a new contract]. I don't want to put something in the media, so people keep saying stuff, but nothing really has moved on," during his interview with Sky Sports. Salah’s current contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and with the window for negotiating with foreign clubs opening on January 1, 2025, the chatter around his future is only intensifying.
Notably, Salah's contributions have firmly placed him as one of the most impactful players this season. With his goal against West Ham, he reached 20 goals across all competitions, marking the eighth consecutive season he has accomplished this milestone since joining Liverpool in June 2017. His assists on Sunday brought his tally to 17 assists just 18 league matches, making history as the first player ever to score and assist in eight different Premier League games within one season.
This win solidifies Liverpool's position as firm title contenders. Salah's ability to deliver at crunch moments has frequently kept Arsenal and Chelsea at bay, as they chase for the title. The Merseyside team, now under the management of Arne Slot, is on track to claim its first league title since the 2019-20 season.
Jan. 1 will present serious questions not just about Salah's future but also the futures of his teammates, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contracts also end this summer. With all eyes on Salah’s contract situation, one can’t ignore his statement, emphasizing team priorities over personal ones: "The only thing on my mind is for Liverpool to win the league and I want to be part of it. I will do my best to win the trophy." This shows his unwavering commitment to the club amid uncertainties.
While Liverpool's opponents gear up to attempt to close the gap at the top of the table, Salah's amplifying records have made him impossible to ignore. His ability to contribute significantly to the team's success has not gone unnoticed. Slot praised Salah, stating, "If you look at his numbers, you can't argue with [Salah's status]. He could have scored more today, but I also liked his work rate for the team without the ball."
Such high praise from his manager speaks volumes about Salah’s talent and contribution to the team's performance during this season. The three-time Premier League Golden Boot winner has consistently delivered stellar performances, positioning himself not only as Liverpool's key player but potentially as one of the best players currently competing worldwide.
With Liverpool poised to push for the title, Salah must maintain focus and continue to produce exceptional performances. The pressure around contract negotiations might seem heavy, but for now, the player appears committed to battling for silverware, prioritizing Liverpool's ambitions over contract speculations. The fans will certainly be hoping their star forward will sign on for more years of thrilling football at Anfield.