The most decorated African players in Premier League history!

Europe 28 April 2025 at 11:28

Mohamed Rek

News Editor

Liverpool clinched their 20th Premier League title last Sunday by defeating Tottenham 5-0 on matchday 34 of the championship. As a result, the "Reds" have matched Manchester United's record, who also boast 20 titles.

Egyptian star Mohamed Salah has etched his name in the club's history, delivering an outstanding season. He scored 33 goals and provided 23 assists across 48 matches in all competitions.

Currently, Mohamed Salah leads the Premier League's top scorers list this season with 28 goals, outpacing his nearest rival, Swedish striker Alexander Isak of Newcastle United, who has scored 22 goals so far.

Ranking of the most decorated African players in Premier League history

With this new title, Salah joins the list of African legends who have won the Premier League multiple times.

Here is the complete ranking of the most decorated African players:

1. Riyad Mahrez (Algeria) - Manchester City (5 titles)
   
2. Didier Drogba (Ivory Coast) - Chelsea (4 titles)
   
3. Yaya Toure (Ivory Coast) - Manchester City (3 titles)
   
4. Nwankwo Kanu (Nigeria) - Arsenal (2 titles)
   
5. Kolo Toure (Ivory Coast) - Arsenal (2 titles)
   
6. Geremi (Cameroon) - Chelsea (2 titles)
   
7. Michael Essien (Ghana) - Chelsea (2 titles)
   
8. Lauren (Cameroon) - Arsenal (2 titles)
   
9. John Obi Mikel (Nigeria) - Chelsea (2 titles)
   
10. Mohamed Salah (Egypt) - Liverpool (2 titles)
    

Also read: Another chapter in greatness: Salah's 185th Premier League goal makes history!