Mohamed Salah’s status for Liverpool’s clash with Brighton on Saturday is still in doubt, following his absence from the Inter Milan game and recent comments about the club. He is set to join Egypt for AFCON next week, making this weekend his last match before departure.
Liverpool face Brighton on Saturday in the Premier League, but it is still unclear whether Mohamed Salah will be included after he missed the win over Inter Milan. His absence came just days after his explosive post-Leeds comments, which sparked speculation about his future and raised questions about the club’s stance. Despite the controversy, reports have suggested Liverpool still want the 33-year-old to remain at Anfield.
Now, Fabrizio Romano has offered an update that sheds light on both Salah’s future and his chances of featuring this weekend.
Talks between Liverpool and Salah begin ‘from today’
Speaking in the latest Give Me Sport newsletter, Romano was asked directly: “What’s the latest on the Mohamed Salah situation at Liverpool?” He confirmed that internal discussions are set to begin from today, December 11, marking the first formal step Liverpool are taking to address the fallout from Salah’s remarks.
These talks are expected to determine whether Salah will be reintegrated immediately or whether further action is required before he returns to matchday involvement. With Brighton looming, any resolution will need to happen quickly if the winger is to play a part.
Salah’s availability for Brighton still unclear
As things stand, Salah’s potential involvement against Brighton remains unresolved. Liverpool are waiting to complete the initial round of discussions before making a decision on whether he joins the squad for Saturday’s match.
Until those talks conclude, uncertainty continues — but Romano’s update confirms that Liverpool are no longer delaying and have now officially opened dialogue to address the situation.
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