Liverpool predicted XI vs Brighton – Mohamed Salah misses out in three Arne Slot changes

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(Credit: Imago) Fri 20 March 2026 9:32, UK Liverpool are unlikely to risk Mohamed Salah from the start when they travel to face Brighton and Hove Albion in Saturday’s early kick-off.The Egyptian asked to be substituted in the 74th minute of Wednesday night’s Champions League win over Galatasaray, and TNT Sports cameras captured the veteran heading straight down the tunnel after leaving the pitch. Liverpool’s clash with Brighton is crucial to their ongoing fight to secure Champions League qualification for next term, and as a result, the boss is set to name a strong side on the South Coast. ⚽ Liverpool Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews, VAR verdicts, and tactical analysis for every Reds fixture.

VISIT THE LIVERPOOL MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Arne Slot opts for experience in full-back positionsSlot opted to start Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez against Galatasaray in midweek, but it could be a different story this weekend against an improving Brighton side. Fabian Hurzeler’s men had looked to be sleepwalking towards the relegation battle after a poor run at the start of February, but three wins from their last four games have seen them get themselves firmly back on track.

The Reds haven’t won on any of their last three league trips to the Amex Stadium, and they will be desperately hoping to set that record straight on Saturday. Credit: Breaking MediaHugo Ekitike is set to lead the line once again as he goes in search of his 12th Premier League goal of the season, while Slot will hope that Salah could be fit enough to play a late cameo role if needed.