Liverpool are reportedly considering bringing back Mohamed Salah to their starting lineup for their upcoming Champions League match against Marseille, with the 33-year-old forward set to return to the squad after Egypt's Africa Cup of Nations campaign comes to an end.
Salah has been embroiled in a public feud with Reds boss Arne Slot over his recent form and a perceived breakdown in their relationship. However, slot remains keen on having Salah back in the fold, stating that the Egyptian international has been "so important" for both himself and the club. With Alexander Isak sidelined due to injury and Slot's options limited at right-back, a return to fitness for Salah could be a welcome boost.
The Reds boss acknowledged that he is "happy" to have Salah back on board, but remained tight-lipped over the status of their relationship. "What happens between Mo and me stays between us," slot said. The issue has been simmering since Slot first dropped Salah at West Ham, with the player accusing the club of ignoring him.
Despite the drama off the pitch, Liverpool's focus is on getting through the match against Marseille. And while slot ruled out making any panic buys in January, he left the door open for potential reinforcements if things get worse. "We always do the right things at the right moment," Slot said, indicating that the club will wait for the right opportunity to make a move.
For now, Salah's return to the squad is being seen as a positive development, with many expecting him to be back in contention for the Marseille match. With his goal-scoring record and experience on the biggest stage, it's little surprise that slot would want him back in the lineup.
Salah has been embroiled in a public feud with Reds boss Arne Slot over his recent form and a perceived breakdown in their relationship. However, slot remains keen on having Salah back in the fold, stating that the Egyptian international has been "so important" for both himself and the club. With Alexander Isak sidelined due to injury and Slot's options limited at right-back, a return to fitness for Salah could be a welcome boost.
The Reds boss acknowledged that he is "happy" to have Salah back on board, but remained tight-lipped over the status of their relationship. "What happens between Mo and me stays between us," slot said. The issue has been simmering since Slot first dropped Salah at West Ham, with the player accusing the club of ignoring him.
Despite the drama off the pitch, Liverpool's focus is on getting through the match against Marseille. And while slot ruled out making any panic buys in January, he left the door open for potential reinforcements if things get worse. "We always do the right things at the right moment," Slot said, indicating that the club will wait for the right opportunity to make a move.
For now, Salah's return to the squad is being seen as a positive development, with many expecting him to be back in contention for the Marseille match. With his goal-scoring record and experience on the biggest stage, it's little surprise that slot would want him back in the lineup.