Salah Breaks Liverpool Assist Record in Final Anfield Season

Mohamed Salah moved past Steven Gerrard to become Liverpool's leading Premier League assist provider with a precise outside-of-the-boot pass to Curtis Jones in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Brentford. The Egyptian forward reached 93 top-flight assists for the club, one ahead of the previous record holder. The moment capped a performance that also included four shots and consistent involvement in build-up play before his substitution in the 74th minute.

Record Achievement in Context

Salah's milestone arrived during a match that confirmed Liverpool's return to the Champions League. His assist count now stands alone in the club's Premier League history, reflecting sustained involvement in chance creation across nine seasons. The 32 successful passes from 38 attempts and 69 total touches underscored his continued influence on the team's attacking patterns.

Career Summary at Anfield

Across 442 appearances, Salah scored 257 goals and collected multiple major honours, including two Premier League titles and one Champions League. He earned the Golden Boot four times, with the most recent coming in the 2024-25 campaign after scoring 29 goals. This season alone he played 3,136 minutes across 41 matches in all competitions, adding 12 goals and 10 assists to his tally.

Next Steps After Departure

Salah departs Liverpool as a free agent, leaving his future club destination undecided. Immediate attention turns to Egypt's World Cup campaign, after which he will evaluate options that may include other European leagues or markets outside the continent. The club record he established remains a benchmark for measuring creative output in the Premier League era.