Steven Gerrard Warns Mohamed Salah Hamstring Injury Could End Liverpool Career Prematurely

Steven Gerrard has voiced concern that Mohamed Salah may have already made his final appearance for Liverpool, after the Egyptian winger sustained a hamstring injury during the club’s match against Crystal Palace.

The former Liverpool captain and club icon did not shy away from the emotional weight of the situation, stating: “If it is the case that he’s played his last game, that would be extremely sad, not just for Mo but for everyone connected with Liverpool Football Club.”

Salah, who is set to depart Anfield at the end of the current season, picked up the hamstring problem in the Crystal Palace fixture, immediately raising fears that his time at the club could come to an abrupt and unplanned conclusion. Hamstring injuries, depending on their severity, can sideline players for several weeks, and with the season approaching its final stages, the window for a return remains narrow.

Gerrard, while urging measured optimism, acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the full extent of the injury. “It would be sad, but let’s hope that’s not the case. It’s worse than Mo probably thinks it is now, but until you can get it properly assessed by the medical team and have an MRI scan, you don’t really know the extent,” he said.

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has also indicated uncertainty over whether Salah will feature again this season, according to reports, further compounding concern among supporters.

Salah, 32, has been one of the most decorated and productive players in Liverpool’s modern history. Since joining from Roma in 2017, the Egyptian has scored over 230 goals in all competitions for the club and contributed to major honours including the Premier League title, the UEFA Champions League, the FA Cup, and the League Cup. His departure, when it arrives, will mark the end of one of the most celebrated chapters in Anfield’s recent history.

Beyond club football, the injury also carries consequences for Egypt’s national team preparations. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the Egyptian Football Association will be monitoring Salah’s recovery closely, as reports suggest the country is already sweating on his fitness ahead of the tournament.

For Liverpool fans, the possibility that Salah’s last appearance in a red shirt may have already occurred — without the fanfare and send-off befitting his status — adds a sobering dimension to what should have been a celebratory final weeks of the season.