Liverpool latest: Arne Slot makes Mohamed Salah admission as £86m replacement opens up

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Arne Slot has praised Mohamed Salah's performance against Atletico Madrid following a series of "tough" matches at the start of the season.

However, Salah shone in the Champions League as Liverpool clinched a late 3-2 victory over Atletico Madrid, earning praise from Slot.

Transfer target Rodrygo has also commented on rumours linking him with a move to Merseyside, while Newcastle's Anthony Gordon has issued a warning to the Reds, as Express Sport brings you all the latest news from Anfield.

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Slot praises Salah after 'tough' outing

Salah's goal and assist proved crucial as Liverpool secured all three points from their Wednesday evening clash with Atletico Madrid.

While he acknowledged that the start of this campaign has been challenging at times, he affirmed that Salah remains a key player, as demonstrated in the midweek match.

"For me, when you are a great player, you still contribute to the team even when you don't play well.

Not a lot of them can contribute to the team with goals and assists when they don't play, that is what stands out for Mo," said Slot.

"It is so difficult to always be the player he was against Atletico, but he still has goals and assists and that is why he is still so highly regarded and respected.

Newcastle, hardly ever in play with the ball, so it was tough, but Atletico was a joy to watch."

Transfer 'target' opens up about £86m rumours

Real Madrid's Brazilian sensation Rodrygo was linked with numerous Premier League sides during the summer window, including Liverpool.