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Mohamed Salah makes history for Trabzonspor with record-breaking start

Mohamed Salah becomes the first foreign player in 25 years to score four goals in his first three Super Lig starts after joining Trabzonspor.

Mohamed Salah makes history for Trabzonspor with record-breaking start

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Mohamed Salah has made an immediate impact in Turkish football, setting a record that has stood for over two decades. Following his high-profile move from Liverpool to Trabzonspor, the 34-year-old has become the first foreign player in the Super Lig to net four goals in his first three starts since records began in 2000-01.

This historic start comes amidst a period of upheaval at the club. Trabzonspor recently faced an early exit from the Europa League and a managerial change, with Fatih Tekke departing the club. Despite the surrounding chaos, Salah has remained clinical, recently contributing a goal and an assist in a 5-0 thrashing of Genclerbirligi.

I would feel mixed feelings. It’s mixed feelings because I’ve been there nine years. I love the city, I love the fans, and we always had a special relationship, so it would be very tricky! Mohamed Salah on a potential Anfield reunion

The squad, which also features former Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana and defender Stefan Savic, is now focusing on the upcoming Europa Conference League group stages. High-stakes domestic clashes against Galatasaray and Besiktas are also looming, with the team relying heavily on Salah's experience.

Regarding a potential return to Anfield, Salah admitted that facing his former club would be an emotional challenge. For now, his primary goal is to help Trabzonspor secure a return to the Champions League, a feat the club has not achieved since the 2011-12 season.

Prepared by TheGoalStorm based on reporting by goal.com