Mohamed Salah is showing signs of recovery from his recent injury and could potentially make a return to play for Liverpool before the end of the season, though his chances of featuring in the upcoming match against Manchester United are slim. Manager Arne Slot remains optimistic that the Egyptian star will be back on the pitch for some of the final games of the season, marking the conclusion of his nine-year tenure at Anfield.
Salah was forced off during Liverpool’s match against Crystal Palace on Saturday, sparking speculation about whether this could be his last appearance for the club. However, the club has since confirmed that the issue was a “minor muscle injury,” with the team expecting him to return for one of the final four matches of the season.
Slot expressed confidence in Salah’s determination, stating, “As we know for Mo, he is always working hard when he is fit and when he is injured to be back.” He added, “He is usually fitter than others, so we expect him back for the final part of the season. Not for tomorrow.”
The manager also highlighted the importance of Salah’s injury being minor, noting that it allows him to continue playing for the club and for the World Cup. “It is always a big relief that his injury is minor to play for us and the World Cup. Any time a player who deserved a send-off, it’s great news.”
Liverpool’s final game of the season will take place at Anfield against Brentford on 24 May, and Salah is hopeful of making an appearance by then, which is expected to be an emotional farewell. Until then, Slot is focused on securing a spot in next season’s Champions League, with the Reds needing just five more points from their remaining four Premier League games to finish in the top five.
In addition to Salah’s potential return, the club is also hoping to welcome back Alisson Becker from injury soon. However, Freddie Woodman will continue as the starting goalkeeper for the upcoming match against Manchester United, with Giorgi Mamardashvili still sidelined.
Slot provided an update on Alisson’s situation, saying, “It’s a bonus when every player comes back, our injury list is longer and longer.” He added, “Alisson hasn’t trained with us yet, I will find out today if he can today or start of next week.”
The manager emphasized the importance of caution when it comes to players’ fitness, particularly goalkeepers. “Very close but we don’t take risks. We don’t want to do that with any player. There’s a difference between a keeper and a player, they need to run more. So if the issue with an outfield player is when they are out it is the fitness levels, so there is a different issue with goalkeepers.”
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