Seven days earlier, Liverpool’s talisman had threatened to dismantle his illustrious history on Merseyside with a public tirade against the club and his manager. Slot dropped Salah for Tuesday’s trip to Milan before bringing him back into the fold following a heart-to-heart on Friday.

Brendan Rodgers has been appointed as the new manager of Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah head coach. The Northern Irishman had been out of work since October when he resigned as Celtic boss. He

Amid transfer interest from Saudi Arabia, some fear Salah has played his final Liverpool game. One ex-forward is adamant he must return after the Africa Cup of Nations.

Salah previewed the visit from Brighton as potentially his last ever appearance at Anfield, inviting his family to Merseyside for the occasion. Arne Slot cast doubt over his involvement entirely by dropping him from the squad for Tuesday’s Champions League win over Inter.

Mohamed Salah, Amad Diallo, and Bryan Mbeumo highlight a number of Premier League stars hoping to lead their nations to continental glory as the Africa Cup of Nations kicks off this month in Morocco.

Liverpool have moved to project unity after a turbulent week surrounding Mohamed Salah’s criticism of the club, with captain Virgil van Dijk insisting the squad remains “absolutely united” following the forward’s return.