Liverpool fans can breathe a sigh of relief as Mohamed Salah has been excluded from the Egypt squad following the club’s request. This comes as a welcome boost for Jurgen Klopp’s side, who have been eager to protect the star player from further injury.
Salah’s injury troubles date back to the Africa Cup of Nations, and he only recently made his return from a reoccurrence of his hamstring injury. Liverpool have been careful with his recovery, and that includes asking for an exemption from Egypt for the upcoming international break.
The club sent a letter to the Egyptian FA, requesting Salah’s omission from the squad. However, the Egyptian FA and new manager Hossam Hassan were initially insistent that if he made a comeback, he would be required for their upcoming friendly. Despite this, Salah has now been cut from the squad to allow him more time to build up his fitness.
Egypt’s decision to prioritize Salah’s health over a friendly tournament in the UAE is a welcome surprise. Manager Hassan had previously criticized Salah for returning to Liverpool for treatment during AFCON. He had stated that if he was the Egypt manager, he would tell Salah to continue treatment in Liverpool and rely on other capable players in the national team.
The decision to exclude Salah from the squad came after meetings with various parties, including Egypt’s Minister of Youth and Sports. This shows that the importance of Salah’s well-being was taken into consideration by all involved.
The international break follows Liverpool’s crucial FA Cup match against Manchester United on March 17. Salah’s exclusion will give him more time to fully recover and be in top form for Liverpool’s upcoming fixtures, including a game against Manchester City.
While there are still three games to play before the international break, Salah’s exclusion is a huge and welcome boost for Liverpool. With his presence on the pitch, Liverpool’s chances of success are greatly improved.
Liverpool fans can now rest assured that their star player is being carefully managed and given the time he needs to fully recover. Salah’s exclusion from the Egypt squad is a testament to Liverpool’s commitment to his well-being and their desire to protect him from further injury. As the season progresses, Salah’s return to full fitness will be crucial for Liverpool’s title ambitions.