Egypt Coach’s Mohammed Salah Request Could Mess Up Arne Slot’s Pre-Season Plans at Liverpool

Liverpool have a long road ahead of them following Jurgen Klopp‘s departure. The German’s exit will surely be missed, but the club does not have time to mope around as they look to rebuild under Arne Slot. The ex-Feyenoord boss will have a lot on his plate as he arrives at Anfield. The Dutchman will be looking to weigh his options during the pre-season, as he looks to build an optimal squad to challenge for the league title. However, Slot could already be in for a challenge, and he’s yet to touch down at the Merseyside.

The Egyptian soccer national team has huge plans for Mohamed Salah during the Paris Olympics, which could put Liverpool in jeopardy. Egypt’s head coach Rogerio Micale talked about the team’s plan for the coveted event claiming, “We are still awaiting the outcome of communication with Salah and his club Liverpool through the Egyptian Football Association. We definitely want him with us. I wish Salah could play with us at the Olympics.”

Salah’s absence could be a big blow to Liverpool’s schedule with the Egyptian a focal player for the side. However, with the winger approaching his final year with the club, experts believe the Reds could play it smart and cash in on the player rather than wait and let him leave for free.

Does Mohamed Salah have a future amongst Arne Slot’s Liverpool?

It’s hard to imagine Salah playing for any other team apart from the Merseyside club. However, with Saudi Arabian clubs keen to make a move for the player, anything can change within minutes. Cristiano Ronaldo is approaching the final year of his deal with Al Nassr, which has left the Middle Eastern authorities looking for a new poster boy. Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah seems like an ideal replacement considering the player’s ties with the country and their lifestyle.

Additionally, Salah is yet to renew his contract with Liverpool. The winger has just over 12 months left in his contract and could walk away as a free agent in 2025 if the two parties do not reach an agreement. While Liverpool believes the player is untouchable, an offer in the excess of $70 million could budge the side. Meanwhile, Arne Slot, who will take over Jurgen Klopp’s side, would be interested in bringing in a few new signings, and cashing in on Salah in the final year of his contract could be the right play. However, it’s a huge risk to take and only time will tell if Slot has what it takes to do so!