Mohamed Salah reveals problem with Hugo Ekitike as Alexander Isak fired clear Liverpool message

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An emotional Mohamed Salah claps along as Liverpool fans sing Diogo Jota's song following Liverpool's win over Bournemouth (Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)

Mohamed Salah has admitted that he still needs to build chemistry with Hugo Ekitike.

They have replaced Luis Diaz and Darwin Nunez, who departed in the window, and Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car accident over the summer.

The reigning Premier League champions have enjoyed a promising start to the new campaign, winning each of their first three games against Bournemouth, Newcastle and Arsenal.



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However, the Egyptian international is yet to shift into gear.

Speaking on the Men In Blazers podcast, Salah acknowledged that establishing connections with his new teammates will require patience.

"So far, I didn't figure the connections out yet," said the Liverpool talisman, as quoted by the Mirror.

"Like with Darwin or Lucho or the guys they used to play in front, or Diogo.

"I knew where to start with Diogo or Darwin.

It's already been a busy summer for the Premier League champions but they could still pull off a couple of blockbuster signings as the window comes to a close.

Alexander Isak's future remains unresolved, with the striker refusing to play or train for Newcastle United.