Former Arsenal and Barcelona star Thierry Henry has offered a candid assessment of Mohamed Salah’s recent dip in output, noting that even elite performers experience natural declines in numbers over time.
Henry pointed out that Salah, who previously carried Liverpool FC during difficult spells, is no longer producing the same extraordinary statistical impact. He referenced last season’s output, where the Egyptian forward recorded 57 goal contributions, compared to a significantly lower tally of 19 this campaign.
“When you are going to stop, people will give you your flowers and as they should give Mo Salah his flowers,” Henry said, stressing that greatness should be recognised even as performances evolve. He added that “no one is eternal,” highlighting the natural cycle of elite careers.
Henry further argued that Liverpool’s overall performance remains closely tied to Salah’s influence, suggesting that when the forward is not at his best, the team struggles collectively. “If Mo Salah struggles, for me Liverpool struggle,” he concluded, underlining the continued importance of the Egyptian star to the club’s attacking output.