Mohamed Salah opens up about the challenges he faces with new Liverpool teammate
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Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has openly discussed the challenges of building on-field chemistry with the club’s new signing, French striker Hugo Ekitike. Salah acknowledged that he and Ekitike need more time to develop a cohesive understanding, which is crucial for Liverpool’s attacking effectiveness.
With the 2025-26 Premier League season underway, Liverpool’s squad has undergone significant changes following the departure of key players Luis Diaz and the tragic death of Diogo Jota. This summer, Liverpool invested heavily by acquiring Hugo Ekitike and Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Florian Wirtz to strengthen their attacking options. Despite these high-profile signings, Salah admitted he hasn't yet found the same level of synergy with these new teammates compared to previous seasons.
Reflecting on Liverpool’s current squad, Salah provided a candid response when asked if the team is better than last year’s title-winning side: his immediate answer was "No," highlighting the adjustment period needed for the team’s younger and less proven players to gel together. This transition phase is seen as a necessary step in integrating the new talents and maintaining Liverpool's status as Premier League champions.
Early signs are promising, as demonstrated by Salah and Ekitike each scoring in Liverpool’s strong 4-2 opening victory against Bournemouth. However, the development of fluid attacking partnerships remains a work in progress, with Salah emphasizing patience as the key to achieving the right chemistry on the pitch.
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