Carragher Backs Salah Amidst Criticism and Drop

Liverpool icon Jamie Carragher has publicly defended forward Mohamed Salah, who has faced increased scrutiny over his performances this season. Salah's current tally of 18 goal involvements marks his lowest since his arrival in 2017, leading to suggestions he should be dropped from the starting lineup. Carragher posits that the team's collective struggles have affected Salah's individual output, emphasizing that this is the first season he hasn't been exceptional.

Despite Salah being left out of the starting eleven for a recent match, Carragher believes the forward should return to the lineup. He suggested that Salah's involvement in certain away European fixtures might be reconsidered, but highlighted a lack of cover for wide players as a reason for his consistent selection. The team's squad depth necessitates Salah's regular participation.

Adding to the discourse, manager Arne Slot has confirmed that Mohamed Salah is scheduled to depart for the Africa Cup of Nations on December 15. This impending absence means Slot must now carefully manage Salah's playing time in the lead-up to his international duty, beginning with the upcoming match.