Arne Slot provides update on Mohamed Salah injury and chances of return before Liverpool exit
Mohamed Salah is making progress in his recovery from a minor muscle injury sustained against Crystal Palace and could return before his planned summer exit from Liverpool. Manager Arne Slot confirmed Salah is unlikely to feature against Manchester United but remains hopeful he will play in one of the final games of the season. Liverpool are aiming for a top-five finish and potentially a Champions League spot, while also managing the return of other injured players like Alisson Becker.
- ▪Mohamed Salah suffered a minor muscle injury during Liverpool's match against Crystal Palace.
- ▪Arne Slot confirmed Salah will not be available for the game against Manchester United but may return for one of the final four Premier League matches.
- ▪Salah is expected to leave Liverpool at the end of the season after a nine-year tenure with the club.
- ▪Alisson Becker is nearing a return from injury but will not be ready for the Manchester United match, with Freddie Woodman continuing as goalkeeper.
- ▪Liverpool need five points from their last four games to secure a top-five finish in the Premier League.
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