Liverpool’s manager, Arne Slot, maintains a positive outlook that both Mohamed Salah and Federico Chiesa will be fit to participate in the forthcoming FA Cup encounter against Manchester City this weekend.
Salah missed Liverpool’s defeat against Brighton ahead of the international break due to a muscular ailment and did not join the Egypt squad, yet Slot indicated the attacker’s comeback is imminent.
“Imminent, very imminent,” Slot stated.
“This further exemplifies his unique qualities because the instant he sustained the injury, there was a scenario where it was presumed, ‘I doubt he will be fit for City.’ But Mo looked at me and asserted, ‘I believe I will be ready for City.’
“He has consistently dedicated so much to his physique over a substantial period, which enables him to recuperate with remarkable speed. Consequently, he is scheduled to rejoin team training tomorrow, and should all go according to plan, he will be accessible to join us at City.”
Chiesa is likewise anticipated to be a candidate for selection after his premature return from representing Italy internationally, having recommenced drills with the squad.
Slot further commented: “Jeremie, the Netherlands’ national squad physician informed us that his removal was a precautionary measure. However, he is scheduled for a scan later today for evaluation.
“Alisson’s absence will extend for a somewhat greater duration. Furthermore, Federico did return from his national squad duties, having been unable to feature. Nevertheless, he participated in our training session today, thus, he is set to train with us once more tomorrow and will be fit for the upcoming weekend’s fixture.”