NewsMohamed Salah named 2025 FWA Footballer of the Year

The Egyptian receives the prize for a joint-record third time, having also been awarded it in 2018 and 2022, equalling Thierry Henry.

Salah took a remarkable 90 per cent of all votes cast from the 918 members eligible, winning by the biggest margin this century.

Teammate Virgil van Dijk came second in the polling, with Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak and Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice completing the top four respectively. Fifteen other players received votes outside of the leading quartet.

FWA chair John Cross said: “Rarely has there been a more popular winner than Mo. His overwhelming victory is just a reflection of an incredible season.

“He continues to rewrite the record books and his performances this season have obviously been key to Liverpool’s 20th title.

“It’s been a privilege watching him this season and it will be a privilege to welcome him to our dinner to celebrate his success.”

Salah has been in scintillating form throughout 2024-25, helping Liverpool surge to the Premier League title.

To date, he has delivered 33 goals and 23 assists in just 49 appearances across all competitions.

The No.11 again leads the race for the Premier League’s Golden Boot with 28 strikes, while his 18 assists also have him on course to land the Playmaker accolade.

Salah, who will collect the award at a gala dinner later this month, moves ahead of Anfield legends Sir Kenny Dalglish and John Barnes in terms of number of wins of the FWA prize, both of whom achieved it on two occasions while at the club.