Overview
- Liverpool confirmed Mohamed Salah’s inclusion for Saturday after Friday talks with Arne Slot, offering a final chance to play before he departs for the Africa Cup of Nations.
- The decision follows his omission from the Inter Milan trip and his accusation that he was "thrown under the bus" after three straight games without a start.
- Slot emphasized that selection is his remit, saying he consulted the hierarchy but would make the call, and noted multiple recent discussions with Salah and his representatives.
- Salah told reporters he would be at Anfield to say goodbye to fans before leaving for AFCON, while his longer-term status at the club remains unsettled.
- Media reports continue to link him to Saudi Pro League interest and some pundits have urged a January sale, with Liverpool’s poor run leaving them 10th in the league.