Former Nigerian international Victor Ikpeba believes the age factor has contributed to Mohamed Salah’s decline in form as a Liverpool player in the Premier League this season.
In a chat on SuperSport’s Monday Night Football, the Atlanta Olympic gold medalist praised Salah’s achievements, noting his top-scorer record in the Premier League (four times) and his success in the Champions League, FA Cup, and League Cup.
Ikpeba suggested that Salah’s decision to stay for another season might be influenced by family reasons.
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“Looking at other great Africans who have played in the Premier League, his numbers are astonishing. I would say he is the best. Top scorer in the Premier League three times — actually four.
“I don’t think any African player has ever done that. Champions League, FA Cup, and League Cup winner, and he will be remembered for a very long time.
“This season, he has been terrible; age has caught up with him. He doesn’t have the legs like he did in his early years at Liverpool. Maybe because of family reasons, he signed a new contract. He decided to stay for another season, which is not bad,” he added.
