Liverpool legend? Klopp ranks Salah among the greatest

March 27, 2026 Oliver Obel

Jurgen Klopp believes Mohamed Salah’s impact at Liverpool will be extremely difficult for future players to replicate, as the Egyptian forward approaches the end of his time at Anfield.

Salah confirmed earlier this week that he will leave the club at the end of the season, closing a nine-year spell that has seen him become one of Liverpool’s most prolific and influential players.

Speaking on The Anfield Wrap, Klopp who signed Salah from Roma in 2017 described the 34-year-old as “one of the all-time greats” and pointed to his remarkable consistency in front of goal.

Over the course of his Liverpool career, Salah has scored 255 goals, placing him third on the club’s all-time scoring list. His numbers, Klopp suggested, may stand for years to come.

“But with the bigger view, it is just ridiculous. Unmatched numbers – will we be talking in 10 years and someone else has them?” Klopp said, adding that surpassing those records would be “really difficult”.

While Salah’s output sets him apart statistically, Klopp noted that his role within the squad was never simplified because of his status. In training and matches, he was expected to meet the same tactical and defensive demands as any other player.

Salah’s peak years came during Liverpool’s most successful period under Klopp, when the club won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup.

A key part of that success was his partnership with Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane. The trio became one of the most productive attacking units in European football, combining for 338 goals across five seasons.

Salah led that group with 156 goals, underlining his role as the primary finisher. Klopp highlighted the forward’s instinct in decisive moments, describing him as the player most driven to find the net.

“He was part of the best front three in world football for a long time,” Klopp said. “Mo was the one for the final moment. He wanted it more than anybody.”

Klopp, who stepped down as Liverpool manager in 2024 after saying he had “run out of energy”, also revealed he had recently been in contact with Salah ahead of his departure.

“I really hope he enjoys the rest of the season,” he said, adding that the forward’s satisfaction has always been closely tied to results and goals.

Looking ahead to Salah’s final appearances at Anfield, Klopp expressed hope that supporters would take the opportunity to reflect on what he described as a historic era for the club.

“I hope… you all will have a smile on your face and just be happy and thankful that you were part of one of the most incredible careers we will ever be part of.”

Sources: BBC Sport, The Anfield Wrap