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Liverpool latest: Mohamed Salah injury update issued as backroom staff sacked by FSG

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All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageREAD MORE: Salah, Alisson, Mamardashvili – Liverpool injury latest and return dates after Arne Slot updateREAD MORE: Jamie Carragher's damning Alexander Isak fear as he spots problem no one is talking aboutThe result has lifted some of the weight off manager Slot's shoulders, though owners Fenway Sports Group have taken decisive action with another of their franchises. The ECHO rounds up the latest developments from Anfield.FSG dismiss staffFSG have opted to make a change at the Boston Red Sox, the baseball franchise they own, and have dismissed team manager Alex Cora from his role.



The decision follows a disappointing start to the campaign, in which the side have managed just 10 victories while suffering 17 defeats.In a statement, FSG chief and Liverpool FC principal owner John Henry said: "Alex Cora led this organisation to one of the greatest seasons in Red Sox history in 2018, and for that, and the many years that followed, he will always have our deepest gratitude."He has had a lasting impact on this team and on this city. They have been part of this club in a way that goes beyond the field, and they will always have our respect and gratitude."Mohamed Salah injury updateMeanwhile, Mohamed Salah was forced off in the second half against Palace after going down and gripping his left leg.

He applauded the Anfield faithful as he departed.With the Egyptian poised to leave the club at the end of the campaign, there are now fears that he may have made his final appearance for Liverpool.Egypt national team director Ibrahim Hassan appears to have confirmed as much. He told Reuters: "He has suffered a hamstring tear and will require four weeks of treatment."Manager Slot conceded to Match of the Day following the Palace victory: "It's too early to say but we all know Mo and how hard it is for him to leave the pitch.