Football stars ranking by social media followers
The latest ranking of footballers with the highest social media followings resurfaced after Egyptian star Mohamed Salah joined Turkish club Trabzonspor, sparking interest among Arab and global fans.
Global standings
According to 61saat data, Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo leads with about 964 million followers, followed by Argentina’s Lionel Messi with 633 million. Mohamed Salah ranks seventh with 106 million followers, the highest position for an Arab player.
Impact of the move
BN Sports announced a new broadcasting plan for Trabzonspor matches following Salah’s arrival, aiming to attract Arab audiences and boost international viewership of the Turkish league.
These figures highlight the marketing power of football stars and how transfer moves can reshape follower dynamics across continents.
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