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Liverpool Expect Salah to Play Second Half After AFCON Exit

Reporting from The Athletic indicates a sale would be considered only in summer despite Saudi interest.

Overview

  • Senegal beat Egypt 1-0 in the AFCON semifinal in Tangier, with Sadio Mané scoring the winner as Mohamed Salah’s side was eliminated.
  • Sport Bild, citing The Athletic, reports Liverpool do not plan to sanction a January move for Salah and expect him back for the remainder of the season.
  • Salah’s contract runs until 2027, and recent reporting notes his reluctance to see out the deal under current manager Arne Slot.
  • Saudi Pro League clubs have pursued Salah for a long time, keeping external interest alive ahead of a possible summer decision.
  • Salah impressed at the tournament with four goals and one assist, including a goal and assist in Egypt’s 3-2 quarterfinal win over Ivory Coast.