The reason Mohamed Salah will miss Egypt’s game vs Cape Verde ahead of Liverpool return

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The international break is not over just yet, but it is for Mohamed Salah.The Reds have had a bit of a torrid time of late, with this break in the season likely coming at a good time for them to reset.Arne Slot has certainly had a lot to think about, but his biggest worry would have been any more of his key players picking up an injury.Join our newsletter for news & smart analysis. One that may have caused a little concern was Salah, with the Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan confirming that the 33-year-old will not play against Cape Verde.Why this is, though, has now been confirmed, with Slot and Liverpool fans able to relax.Photo by Ahmad Hasaballah/Getty ImagesMohamed Salah is being rested for EgyptAlthough Salah has not quite been himself at the start of this season, he can still be a threat and change a game in a moment.Liverpool cannot do with any more injuries either, so having him back safe and sound would be ideal, and it looks like they will get their wish.As per the official Egyptian football website, manager Hassan has confirmed that Salah will miss their clash with Cape Verde as he wants to rest his star man.Considering this is just a friendly, this seems like the smart decision, with it also something that Liverpool and Slot will love.

READ MORE: Liverpool’s terrible form since clinching the Premier League laid bare with horrendous statistic Do you want Ibrahima Konate to sign a new contract and stay at Liverpool? Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images Egypt also have to think long term with AFCON coming up, a competition that they will be desperate to win considering that it is likely to be one of Salah’s last.When will Mohamed Salah leave Liverpool to go to AFCONAFCON gets underway on December 21st, but usually teams must release players 14 days before the competition begins for training purposes.

Egypt also have a friendly on December 14th which they want Salah available for, although he is not likely to join up with them for that one as things stand.Instead, Salah is set to play against Brighton on the 13th, and then travel the following day, meaning he is ready for their opening game of the tournament on the 22nd. Should Egypt reach the final, then the winger will miss seven Liverpool games at least, perhaps even more given his recovery schedule.