Who Can Fill Salah's Boots as Africa's Premier League King?

With Mohamed Salah leaving Liverpool, the race is on for Africa's next Premier League superstar.

A. Semenyo

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What happened. Mohamed Salah has left Liverpool for Trabzonspor after nine seasons, prompting a look at who could become Africa's top Premier League star.

• Semenyo was rejected by Arsenal, Tottenham and Palace as a teenager.
• His Premier League debut came only in February 2023.
• Manchester City paid £65m for his energy, power and goal threat.

Semenyo's move to a Premier League giant could see him challenge Salah's impressive numbers.

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