Mohamed Salah, Liverpool’s talismanic winger, has long been considered one of the Premier League’s greatest players and his performances in the 2024/25 season have been nothing short of sensational, with 25 goals and 19 assists across competitions.
However, Newcastle’s Alexander Isak outshines him in one surprising aspect: non-penalty goals per 90 minutes (P90).
Mohamed Salah: A Phenomenon in Consistency
Salah's influence at Liverpool remains unmatched. Despite being 32 years old, his pace, sharpness, and footballing intelligence continue to terrorise defenders week after week.
With a passing accuracy of 74%, 19 assists across all competitions, and consistent performances rated at an average of 7.7, Salah's class is undeniable.
His ability to create and convert opportunities has helped ensure Liverpool’s dominance in high-stakes fixtures and kept them at the summit over the Christmas period.
Alexander Isak: Efficiency Personified
At just 25 years old, Alexander Isak has emerged as Newcastle’s standout star. A clinical striker with a keen eye for goal, Isak’s statistics in non-penalty goals P90 outstrip even Salah.
While Salah's rate sits at an impressive 0.74, Isak’s figure of 0.78 P90 highlights his efficiency. This means Isak has scored more frequently in open play in the 1384 Premier League minutes he has played this season, making him a pivotal figure in Newcastle’s rise to fifth in the league under Eddie Howe.
Two Greats, Two Roles
Salah and Isak excel in different ways. Salah’s all-rounded dominance makes him arguably the league’s best player. However, when it comes to pure goal-scoring efficiency in open play, Isak has the edge right now.
There will be a lot of clubs lining up for Isak's signature in the coming months, although the Magpies will be wanting to keep him until at least the Summer. It was reported by FootballTransfers back in late December that the club were putting a €180m price tag on the player, and with efficiency like this it is easy to see why.
