Liverpool Prepares for Newcastle Clash Amid Salah and Squad Uncertainty
Arne Slot's Liverpool faces Newcastle as questions loom over Mohamed Salah's future and key injuries challenge the squad's depth.
- Liverpool leads the Premier League by nine points and remains unbeaten in their last eight away games this season, excluding one draw against Arsenal.
- Manager Arne Slot highlighted Newcastle's formidable home record, calling it a tougher away challenge than recent victories over Real Madrid and Manchester City.
- Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold are all in the final six months of their contracts, fueling speculation about their futures at the club.
- Injuries to key players, including Alisson Becker, Ibrahima Konaté, and Kostas Tsimikas, leave Liverpool relying on squad depth, with Caoimhin Kelleher continuing as goalkeeper.
- Slot's tactical precision and team cohesion have earned Liverpool an impressive 90% win rate this season, with players and staff praising his leadership.