Mo Salah’s return: Why diamond midfield could suit Liverpool’s No. 11

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Liverpool’s diamond midfield worked a treat against Inter Milan, and it could have unexpected benefits for Mo Salah if Arne Slot sticks with the system going forward. Liverpool's line breaks conceded this season – with Salah on vs off the pitch#LFC #PL ? @footovision pic.twitter.com/vLGfkbRULf — Andy Forrester (@AndyForrester1) December 10, 2025 Against Leeds and Inter – it was only realy applicable out of possession at Elland Road – Slot played the diamond in midfield which meant there were no real wingers on the pitch.

Off the ball, the strikers didn’t have to work back too far, instead they focused on their press at the top end of the pitch and this is something that could benefit Salah. Can Mo Salah play in a front two?

Another attribute needed from your strikers would be for them to run in behind, something Salah should be able to do, though he has turned into more of a creator in the last two years. However, the Reds do have the pieces to make a 4-diamond-2 work, particularly in midfield and at full-back.