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Liverpool stood firm against Al-Ittihad's late approach for Mohamed Salah in the summer, with the Saudi Pro League side waiting until late in the transfer window before testing the resolve of the Reds. It's likely that they or another top side in Saudi Arabia will soon return for the signature of the Egyptian, but Liverpool's stance should be unchanged in January. Not only is there no replacement for him, but a comparison to Lionel Messi is beginning to emerge that is likely to see Salah enjoy similar longevity to that of the Argentina captain. And Liverpool should already be thinking about his next contract extension.

Much more like — as Salah gets older, he is beginning to balance creative ability with goalscoring.



Salah could be about to do the same this season, with four assists in the opening five league games.



As long as Klopp is here, then Salah should be too — regardless of any transfer offer that is proposed in January or next summer.