Mohamed Salah named 2025 FWA Footballer of the Year

Mohamed Salah has been named the 2025 Football Writers’ Association (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.”