'Only' reason for Mohamed Salah leaving Liverpool in January transfer window named by journalist

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Mohamed Salah made his Liverpool return in the 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday.Salah was dropped by Arne Slot early last week when the Reds travelled to the San Siro for a Champions League meeting with Inter Milan.The Liverpool forward was left at home for that clash, but after conversations with Slot, he was selected on the bench against Brighton.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis. Who would be the best Mohamed Salah replacement? 🤔 Credit: Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty Images 👇 Join the debate; share your insight.

Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say However, despite featuring against the Seagulls, question marks over the Egyptian’s long-term future remain.Why Liverpool could let Mohamed Salah leave in JanuarySalah is under contract at Anfield until 2027, but whether he stays at the club beyond the next two transfer windows remains to be seen.Journalist James Pearce has commented on the forward’s future on the Walk On podcast this week.He suggested that the situation should be revisited in the summer amid Liverpool’s stance on wanting to keep their star player.However, he went on to say the only reason that could change is if Salah pushes hard for a January move.He said: “You’d like to think that common sense would dictate that everyone just agrees that Salah stays at Liverpool until the end of the season, and it’s reviewed come the summer.“But I think certainly the ball is very much in Salah’s court in terms of Liverpool are adamant they don’t want to lose him, so that is only going to change in January if he pushes hard for a move.” Gut feeling, has Mohamed Salah played his last game for Liverpool? 421 appearances250 goals114 assists 👇 Join the debate; share your insight.

Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say Antoine Semenyo to Liverpool latestIf and when Salah eventually leaves Liverpool, he will need to be replaced in the squad.One name who keeps being linked with the Reds of late is Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo.Fabrizio Romano recently gave an update on a potential move for Semenyo when speaking to GiveMeSport.He said: “Genuine interest [from Liverpool] but there are more clubs also keen. Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox