Liverpool manager Arne Slot has acknowledged that the team must “accept the situation” regarding Mohamed Salah’s imminent departure for the Africa Cup of Nations. Speaking after Liverpool’s latest outing, Slot confirmed that Salah will leave for international duty in a week, adding that the club still has one crucial match against Inter before the forward joins Egypt’s AFCON camp.

Slot also shed light on his decision not to introduce Salah during the match, despite tense moments that saw Liverpool’s lead fluctuate. “We were 2-0 up, then 3-2 up — at that moment it was more about controlling the game,” he explained. “We didn’t need a goal at that stage. I brought in Endo.”

The manager’s comments underline the careful balancing act Liverpool faces ahead of Salah’s absence, as the team prepares for a demanding run of fixtures. How will Liverpool cope during their star man’s international duty? Visit www.jocomms.com for more news