Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has stated that the club has "moved on" from the recent controversy involving forward Mohamed Salah. The situation escalated after Salah was benched for three consecutive matches, culminating in a 3-3 draw with Leeds United. Salah subsequently gave an interview in which he criticized the club and suggested a breakdown in his relationship with Slot. This led to widespread speculation regarding Salah’s future at Liverpool.

Slot addressed the issue in a press conference, emphasizing that the matter is resolved from the club’s perspective. He noted that Salah was included in the squad and was the first substitution made in the subsequent match. Slot indicated that the club’s focus has shifted to Salah’s participation with the Egyptian national team in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Salah was not included in the matchday squad for Liverpool’s Champions League fixture against Inter Milan, which increased speculation about his status. However, he returned for Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion, where he provided an assist after coming on as a substitute. This was Salah’s final appearance before joining Egypt for AFCON.

Following the win against Brighton, Liverpool extended their unbeaten streak to five matches across all competitions. This performance trend suggests that the team is maintaining or improving its competitive form under Slot’s management. The upcoming match against Tottenham Hotspur is identified as a key fixture with potential implications for Liverpool’s position in the Premier League standings.

Slot reported that the team is making progress despite challenges related to injuries and squad rotation. He cited improvements in player fitness and performance as contributing factors. Slot also highlighted the positive impact of recent results on team morale, particularly after significant roster changes during the summer transfer window.

In terms of squad availability, midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has returned to training following an ankle injury. However, forward Cody Gakpo and defender Joe Gomez remain unavailable due to ongoing injuries.

With Salah now on international duty, Liverpool’s management is prioritizing stability and performance as the club continues its domestic and European campaigns.