Mohamed Salah Excluded from Liverpool Squad for Inter Milan Clash

Mohamed Salah, the Egyptian forward for Liverpool, has been excluded from the squad for the upcoming match against Inter Milan. This decision follows a series of matches where Salah’s role has diminished. Despite being a crucial player for the Reds, his recent performances have raised questions among fans and analysts alike.

Recent Performance Overview

In Liverpool’s most recent outing, they let a 2-0 lead slip away in a draw against Leeds. Salah remained an unused substitute during this game. This marks a shift in his involvement, as he had previously come off the bench in a 1-1 home draw against Sunderland. Before that, he had sat out during a 2-0 victory at West Ham.

Salah’s Last Contributions

• Last Start: 4-1 loss to PSV Eindhoven in a Champions League group stage match.
• Last Goal: Scored in a 2-0 win against Aston Villa on November 1.
• Season Stats: 5 goals in 18 appearances across Premier League and Champions League.

This season has been a notable one for Salah as well. He has scored a total of 250 goals in 420 appearances for Liverpool, firmly establishing his legacy at the club. Last season, his 29 goals in the league significantly contributed to Liverpool winning the Premier League title.

Future Speculations

Salah’s future at Liverpool has become a topic of discussion. Having joined the club from AS Roma in 2017, he signed a new two-year contract in April. However, former England striker Wayne Rooney recently criticized Salah’s current approach. Rooney suggested that Salah could be “destroying his legacy” by not being more impactful in upcoming matches.

Upcoming Matches and Remarks

Looking ahead, Salah expressed uncertainty regarding his participation in future games. He stated, “I will be in Anfield to say goodbye to the fans before heading to the Africa Cup of Nations.” His comments reflect both a commitment to his current club and the challenges he faces in balancing international duties.

As Liverpool prepares for their crucial fixture against Inter Milan, the absence of Salah raises questions about their strategy and the forward’s immediate future with the team. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds.