Mohamed Salah Reinstated in Liverpool Team for Brighton

Salah back in Liverpool squad for Brighton clash

Mohamed Salah is back in Liverpool's squad for Saturday's Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield.

“I have no reasons not wanting him to stay...”

Mohamed Salah has been included in Liverpool's squad for their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday, following talks with manager Arne Slot. The decision was reportedly made with Slot having the final say, prioritizing the club's best interests.

Mohammed Salah's inclusion comes after a turbulent period, including being dropped from the squad for the Inter Milan match and expressing frustration about being “thrown under the bus.” Slot has maintained that he's open to Salah's return, stating “I have no reasons not wanting him to stay.”

Mo Salah is back 🔜

He’s been named in Liverpool’s squad for the Brighton match at Anfield per @SkySportsNews 🚨 pic.twitter.com/rFezubZqyD

— OneFootball (@OneFootball) December 12, 2025

The Egyptian forward is set to depart for the Africa Cup of Nations after Saturday's match, leaving uncertainty about his future at Liverpool. Speculation surrounds potential Saudi Pro League interest, with some questioning whether Salah will play for Liverpool again.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot is set to meet with Mohamed Salah on Friday to discuss the Egyptian striker's future at Anfield. This comes after Salah's explosive interview where he accused the club of throwing him “under the bus” following his third consecutive benching against Leeds United.

Salah's comments have sparked speculation about his future at Liverpool, with some suggesting he could leave in January. However, reports indicate that Liverpool doesn't plan to entertain bids for Salah, despite interest from Saudi Pro League clubs and MLS sides.

Slot has confirmed multiple talks with Salah and his agents since the Sunderland match, and another meeting is scheduled for Friday. The Liverpool boss has remained tight-lipped about Salah's future, saying he has "no clue" what will happen.

Mohamed Salah had a pretty rough patch lately. After being dropped from Liverpool's squad for the Inter Milan match, he expressed his frustration, saying he had "no relationship" with manager Arne Slot. The Egyptian forward had been benched for three straight games, and things escalated after his explosive interview following the 3-3 draw with Leeds United.

Despite the turmoil, Salah has been keeping busy, posting a gym selfie on social media. Meanwhile, Liverpool won 1-0 at Inter Milan without him. Arne Slot is set to meet with Salah today to discuss his future at the club.

It's unclear what the outcome will be, but Salah's contract situation is being scrutinized, with Saudi Pro League clubs reportedly interested. With the Africa Cup of Nations looming, this might be Salah's last game for Liverpool this year.

“I will have a conversation with Mo this morning - the outcome of that conversation determines how things will look tomorrow,” Slot told his pre-match press conference.

“I think the next time I speak about Mo should be with him and not in here. You can keep on trying but there is not much more to say about it.

“After the Sunderland game (a 1-1 draw on December 3 in which Salah came on as a second-half substitute) there were a lot of conversations between his representatives and ours, between him and me.”

Slot batted away further questions from reporters about the forward, but said: “I have no reason not wanting him to stay, and that is a little bit of an answer to your question.”

Mohamed Salah is set to join Egypt's squad for the Africa Cup of Nations after Saturday's Premier League match against Brighton at Anfield. The 33-year-old Egyptian forward recently signed a new two-year contract with Liverpool, making him one of the highest-paid players in the league.

Salah's absence from Liverpool will depend on Egypt's performance in the tournament, with the final scheduled for January 18. Egypt's group stage matches include Zimbabwe on December 22, South Africa on December 26, and Angola on December 29.

The forward's future at Liverpool has been uncertain after he publicly criticized the club and manager Arne Slot following a 3-3 draw with Leeds United. Slot has since held talks with Salah, stating he has “no reasons not wanting him to stay.”

Mohamed Salah is having a tough time at Liverpool. The Egyptian forward, who's third in Liverpool's all-time scoring charts with 250 goals in 420 appearances, has only managed four league goals in 13 appearances this season. This is a far cry from last season, when he scored 29 Premier League goals and helped Liverpool win their 20th English league title.

Liverpool's current form hasn't helped Salah's situation. The Reds are 10th in the table, with only two wins in their past 10 Premier League games. This has led to speculation about Salah's future at Anfield, with the Saudi Pro League being touted as a potential destination.

Salah's recent comments haven't helped matters. He accused the club of throwing him “under the bus” and said his relationship with manager Arne Slot had broken down. Slot has since held talks with Salah, saying he has "no reasons not wanting him to stay". Whether Salah will play for Liverpool again remains uncertain, with the Africa Cup of Nations looming and Saudi Pro League clubs reportedly interested.