Liverpool name squad for Marseille trip as Mohamed Salah returns but Ibrahima Konate missing
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Liverpool Name Squad for Marseille Trip as Mohamed Salah Returns but Ibrahima Konate Missing
Liverpool have confirmed their 20-man travelling squad for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Marseille at the Orange Velodrome. The squad announcement brings clarity to the involvement of two key players following recent absences.
Salah's Return
Mohamed Salah has been included in the travelling party after spending the past month away on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations with Egypt. The Pharaohs finished fourth in the tournament. Salah returned to training in good spirits and has been deemed fit to travel to France for the matchday seven fixture.
Konate Absent
In contrast, defensive stalwart Ibrahima Konate has not been included in the squad. The former RB Leipzig centre-back was absent from team training on Tuesday due to family reasons. He returned to France to attend to a personal matter, and it remains uncertain whether he will feature in the matchday squad against Roberto De Zerbi's side.
Other Absences
Liverpool continue to manage several injury concerns, with Alexander Isak (leg), Conor Bradley (knee), and Giovanni Leoni (knee) all unavailable. Youngsters Trey Nyoli and Rio Ngumoha have travelled with the squad.
Current Standing
The Reds have collected 12 points from six fixtures and currently sit ninth in the Champions League standings, just below eighth-placed Atlético Madrid on goals scored. They will aim to break into the top eight with a positive result in France.