4 things that definitely happen to Liverpool in 2026 including new signings and Florian Wirtz change

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Liverpool had an eventful 2025 and heads into the new year with ambitions of at least making the Champions League spots - and maybe more if the recent upturn continuesLiverpool and Germany star Florian Wirtz will be hoping for a big 2026(Image: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)For Liverpool, the year 2025 came with mixed emotions. Here are the four things you can definitely watch out for in 2026.READ MORE: Alexander Isak breaks silence in Liverpool message after injury heartbreakREAD MORE: Mohamed Salah's ex-Egypt teammate reveals what Liverpool star is really like off the pitchMohamed Salah decisionWhile he might be out of sight at AFCON for the time being — something that came at a good time after his public outburst — Mohamed Salah will return to Liverpool in January and a decision will have to be made.Salah showed against Brighton that he is still more than capable of being a quality option for Arne Slot and the decision, really, will be down to him.

Is he prepared to knuckle down, or does he believe his status is big enough not to have to?Arne Slot and Mohamed Salah during a Liverpool training session(Image: Lewis Storey/Getty Images)If Salah is prepared to play a role, Liverpool will have a greater chance of success this season. The question is more about the position.Arne Slot clarityThere was a point at which it was legitimate to ask if Arne Slot would still be in charge of Liverpool for much longer, only a few weeks ago.

While winning games is the only thing that will keep him in his post in the long run, Liverpool does look better positioned to pick them up now.Arne Slot and some of his Liverpool coaches look on during a training session(Image: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)The rot, it appears, has stopped. Liverpool has not been perfect in recent weeks, but better.