New Liverpool manager Arne Slot will surely be excited as Mohamed Salah is likely to join up the Reds ahead of the Olympics. Slot recently joined Anfield after the Reds bid an emotional farewell to Jurgen Klopp.
Despite being in pole position, Liverpool ended up with a pretty mediocre campaign. The Reds would end the Premier League on 3rd position with 82 points. Considering their potential and Jurgen Klopp’s mentorship, Liverpool fans were expecting more from their team.
Moreover, Manchester City were also in a tough spot at the middle of the campaign with Liverpool leading the race. Additionally, Arsenal were also catching up to the Reds being in 2nd place. Furthermore, Liverpool were in the contention of a possible quadruple.
However, Liverpool would falter out on the league title after enduring a defeat to Manchester United in the FA Cup. The Reds’ loss of form would prove very costly. Additionally, Atalanta would also eliminate the Reds by thrashing them 3-0 at Anfield!
Nevertheless, Jurgen Klopp’s men still managed to clinch silverware in the form of an EFL Cup victory. The Reds would come out victorious after extra time against Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea. Thereafter, Klopp would finally depart after an impressive 9 years at the helm! Subsequently, former Feyenoord coach Arne Slot was appointed as Klopp’s successor.
Salah stays at Liverpool: Good news for Arne Slot!
Olympics will be clashing with pre-season for the Reds. Egypt wants Salah to feature for the national team at the Olympics. However, Egypt need Liverpool’s permission to call up the 32-year old winger.
Although, it seems that that won’t be happening. Olympics begin from July 24 and will go on until August 9. Naturally, participating players will have to skip games for their respective clubs. Moreover, some of them may even have to give up on the opening league game.
Nonetheless, it seems that Salah will be staying with Liverpool. This may come as a surprise to some Egyptians. Especially, given that Salah was supposed to be Egypt’s flag bearer at the Olympics.
Although, Salah’s decision could be understandable to many. While Olympics is a major competition around the world for various sports, its viability in terms of football is not that high. Needless to say, if it were the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) or the World Cup, Salah would prefer to represent his country. Moreover, with a new coach at the helm, the Egyptian winger would be keen to discuss his role at the club.
Slot will be immensely happy with Salah’s decision. The Dutchman would be hoping to work with the winger considering how good he was under Klopp. Slot will be willing to bring out the best from Salah as he sets on a glory quest with Liverpool! Moreover, it seems even Salah is keen to return at Anfield seeing how hard he is working to maintain his fitness.
How good is the Egyptian for the Reds?
Mohamed Salah joined Liverpool in 2017 from Roma. Salah would enjoy success immediately after joining. He would score 32 league goals in his first Premier League season clinching the golden boot and winning the Player of the Season.
Moreover, he would claim numerous individual honors while exhibiting his sheer talent for Liverpool. His dribbling abilities, finishing and pace are second to none. The 32-year old winger was crucial in Liverpool’s Champions League win in 2019 and first league title win of the Premier League era in 2020.
The winger has been a record-breaking sensation at Anfield. Furthermore, many fans believe that some of Salah’s records may even be unbreakable! This only goes to show how vital Salah has been for Liverpool.
Salah has extraordinary figures for a winger! The 32-year old has made 601 appearances and scored 288 goals. Out of which Salah bagged 201 goals in 349 games for the Reds! Additionally, he has 57 goals in 100 caps for his national team.
Liverpool and Arne Slot will be hoping that Salah finds his top form once more as the Reds begin a new era at Anfield!
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