Slot Praises Salah as a Top Professional Despite Being Dropped
Liverpool manager Slot praised star forward Mohamed Salah as a top professional despite his recent omission from the starting lineup. Slot acknowledged Salah’s longstanding contributions to the club and described his reaction to being benched as normal for a player of his caliber.
Salah’s Professionalism Recognized
Slot emphasized Salah’s disciplined approach, highlighting that he remains committed to maintaining his fitness regardless of whether he plays or not. “He handled himself really well,” Slot commented, underlining Salah’s professionalism even when facing challenges.
Upcoming Absence for the Africa Cup of Nations
On December 15, Salah will depart to represent Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon). The tournament’s final is scheduled for January 18, 2026. During this time, Liverpool will need to adapt to life without their key player.
Current Team Standing
As of now, Liverpool holds the eighth position in the Premier League table, trailing leaders Arsenal by nine points. They are preparing to face Sunderland at home and will later travel to Leeds, a team currently struggling in the relegation zone.
Key Points
- Slot praises Salah’s professionalism amid team challenges.
- Salah to leave for Afcon on December 15.
- Afcon final set for January 18, 2026.
- Liverpool ranked eighth in the Premier League.
- Team nine points behind leaders Arsenal.
As Liverpool looks to navigate the upcoming fixtures without Salah, the focus will be on how they can continue to secure points and improve their standing in the league.
