(Photo) Off the Pitch: Salah’s Viral Photo With Egypt’s Heart Surgery Legend | OneFootball

Egyptian star shares special moment with world-renowned heart surgeon ahead of Premier League battle

(Photo) Off the Pitch: Salah’s Viral Photo With Egypt’s Heart Surgery Legend

Liverpool & Egypt icon Mohamed Salah's captured attention off the pitch after posting photo with world famous Egyptian heart surgeon Sir Magdi Yacoub on Saturday.

A meeting of icons

Through his official "X" account, Salah shared image of himself sitting alongside Sir Magdi Yacoub with the Liverpool winger appearing to be gifted a book.

The post quickly went viral among Egyptian fans celebrating the meeting between 2 of the country’s most admired figures.

Focus back on the pitch

At 33 Salah remains central to Liverpool’s plans under Arne Slot. The Reds are preparing for tricky away fixture against Burnley on Sunday at 1 pm (GMT) as part of the Premier League’s 4th round.

Early season numbers

So far this campaign, Salah's featured in 4 match across all competitions recording one goal and one assist.

Liverpool will be hoping their talisman delivers another decisive performance as they aim to continue their strong start to the 2025 /26 season.