Mo Salah’s Potential Absence Looms Over Liverpool’s Clаsh with Arsenal and Beyond. 

As Liverpool gears up for a crucial showdown against Arsenal, their star forward Mo Salah may miss not only this match but also two additional clashes against the Gunners. The 31-year-old, who has been instrumental in Jurgen Klopp’s side, will soon shift his focus to representing Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Salah’s participation in the tournament has been a recurring challenge for Liverpool since his signing from Roma in 2017. This time, Klopp will once again need to adapt his tactics to compensate for Salah’s absence, as the AFCON is scheduled to start on January 13 in Ivory Coast and conclude with the final on February 11.

The potential loss of their top scorer for approximately four weeks every two years poses a significant dilemma for the Reds. Salah’s absence may impact crucial games and force Klopp to reevaluate his strategy during this period.

While the Premier League has introduced a two-week break in fixtures to accommodate international duty, Salah could potentially miss up to seven games. Liverpool’s upcoming Carabao Cup semi-final against Fulham, scheduled for January 10 and 24, is among the matches affected.

Although Salah’s absence is a challenge, Liverpool and their fans will hope to аvenge their previous heartbreak in the tournament and continue their pursuit of success in his absence. The Premier League will witness several top-flight players leaving for international duty, making the upcoming period a critical time for squad management and tactical adjustments.