Liverpool Faces Key Decisions as Mohamed Salah Heads to AFCON

As Mohamed Salah prepares to leave for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Liverpool manager Arne Slot confronts crucial tactical dilemmas. Salah's absence means the team will need to adapt, potentially leading to the duo of Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike starting together.

Having invested significantly in players like Isak and Ekitike during the summer transfer window, Liverpool will look to capitalize on this opportunity to assess their attacking options without their star player. The £204 million partnership between Isak and Ekitike could be pivotal as they aim to maintain competitive performance levels.

Salah's departure, along with the potential for him to miss matches earlier than planned, raises questions about who will step up in his absence. Both Ekitike and Isak have shown promise, and Slot may consider a front two to maximize their impact, especially against strong opponents.

The upcoming fixtures present a chance for Liverpool’s new signings to prove their worth and integrate effectively into the team's game plan. With the World Cup only months away, this will be a critical period for Slot’s squad as they aim to ensure a seamless transition during Salah's time away. Liverpool fans will be watching closely as this new chapter unfolds.