Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp can breathe a sigh of relief as the injury to Mohamed Salah during the Africa Cup of Nations has been diagnosed as a hamstring strain. Salah’s early exit from Thursday’s match against Ghana raised concerns of a potentially serious injury, but a scan has revealed that it is not more significant than a muscle strain. Egypt has confirmed that Salah will be sidelined for their next two games due to this injury.
The 31-year-old forward will miss Egypt’s final Group B fixture against Cape Verde on Monday, as well as their last-16 tie if they progress from the group stage. This news will come as a relief to Klopp and Liverpool, as Salah has been a key player for the team this season.
An official statement from the Egyptian Football Association confirmed the diagnosis, stating, “The X-rays that Mohamed Salah, the captain of the Egyptian national team, underwent, showed that he suffered a hamstring strain.” While the injury is unfortunate, it is not as severe as initially feared, and Salah’s absence will be limited to the upcoming matches.
Salah’s availability for Liverpool’s future fixtures will depend on the extent of his recovery. Klopp and the Liverpool medical team will monitor his progress closely to ensure a safe and timely return to action. In the meantime, Salah’s teammates and fans will be hoping for a swift recovery for the influential forward.
Overall, while Salah’s injury is a setback for Egypt, the news that it is only a hamstring strain provides some relief for Liverpool and their manager Jurgen Klopp.