In a recent interview, Liverpool manager Arne Slot remained non-committal about the club’s ability to replace star forward Mohamed Salah, whose contract situation has become increasingly precarious. With less than a year remaining on his current deal, Salah is set to become eligible to negotiate with foreign clubs in the coming months, raising concerns about his future at Anfield.

Salah has been in stellar form this season, contributing nine goals and as many assists across competitions. Despite this, Slot has not focused on potential replacements for the Egyptian international. After Liverpool’s Champions League victory over Bayer Leverkusen, he expressed his hope that Salah would continue his successful run with the team.

“Is Salah irreplaceable? That’s not what I think about at the moment,” Slot stated. “The only thing that I think about is that he’s so important for us… I’m hoping that he can enjoy that feeling [scoring at Anfield] many more times.”

Salah recently hinted at his uncertain future following a goal against Brighton, suggesting that his ambitions may extend beyond Liverpool. He took to social media to express his gratitude for the support from fans, emphasizing the importance of winning and the memorable experience of scoring at Anfield.

As speculation grows, Liverpool is reportedly eyeing potential replacements should Salah decide to leave. Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush and West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus are among the names linked to the club, although Arsenal is also rumored to be in pursuit of Kudus, potentially complicating Liverpool’s efforts.

With Salah’s future hanging in the balance, both the player and the club face crucial decisions that could impact Liverpool’s ambitions moving forward.