The 33-year-old had an outstanding season, scoring 29 goals and providing 18 assists as Liverpool won the Premier League. He has become the first player to win the award three times, after previous wins in 2018 and 2022.
Liverpool and Egypt star Mohamed Salah has made football history after being named the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Men’s Player of the Year 2025, becoming the first player to win the coveted award three times.
The 33-year-old forward capped off a remarkable 2024/25 season in which he led Liverpool to the Premier League title, finishing as the league’s top scorer with 29 goals and providing a further 18 assists. His consistency and leadership were pivotal as the Reds reclaimed domestic supremacy under Jürgen Klopp’s successor.
Salah, who previously won the award in 2018 and 2022, now stands alone ahead of other legends such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Thierry Henry, and Kevin De Bruyne, who have each won the accolade twice.
Reflecting on his achievement, Salah recalled his humble beginnings in Egypt.
“Of course I wanted to be a football player and I wanted to be famous and provide for my family, but you don’t think about the big stuff when you are still in Egypt. When you grow, you start to see things differently and you start to have ambition and you start to see the bigger picture.”
The ‘Egyptian King’s’ rise has inspired millions across Africa and beyond, transforming him into not just a footballing icon, but also a cultural and philanthropic figure.
The Liverpool forward edged out an illustrious shortlist featuring teammate Alexis Mac Allister, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, Newcastle striker Alexander Isak, Chelsea’s breakout star Cole Palmer, and Arsenal’s midfield powerhouse Declan Rice.
His third triumph is seen as a testament not only to his talent, but also to his longevity at the top level of English football.The 2024/25 campaign has been one of Salah’s most decorated seasons yet. In addition to the PFA accolade, he also won:
Premier League Player of the Season 2024/25
Football Writers’ Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year
These recognitions reaffirm his status as one of the greatest foreign imports in Premier League history. With three PFA Player of the Year awards, multiple Premier League Golden Boots, and over 200 career goals for Liverpool, Salah’s legacy is already cemented. His latest recognition adds another chapter to a career defined by records, resilience, and relentless brilliance