Liverpool’s problems with Mohamed Salah are now expected to stretch into 2026. Although the Egyptian King was restored to the squad for the weekend Premier League game against Brighton, there

Liverpool have added two youngsters to their Champions League squad ahead of their clash with Inter Milan at San Siro. With Mo Salah left at home, Cody Gakpo injured and Federico Chiesa ill, Liverpool have named a 20-man squad to face Inter.

Liverpool is said to be in the running to sign 15-year-old Dara Jikieme from Celtic, with the Reds hoping to replicate the success they enjoyed with Ben Gannon-Doak

Liverpool, meanwhile, enjoyed prolonged spells of possession, but lacked imagination. The lack of chemistry between Ekitiké and Isak did not help matters; the two forwards had virtually no partnership up top, prompting Slot to replace the Swede with Florian Wirtz in the 68th minute.

One of the brightest young defenders in Scotland, Jikiemi has already captained the nation’s Under-15s team and reportedly impressed Liverpool’s rerecruitment with his performances for Celtic’s Under-18 side and his combination of leadership, composure and strong defensive instincts.

Arne Slot is facing a crucial period in his Liverpool career. The Dutchman is currently experiencing the worst run of his managerial tenure with the Reds, having suffered six losses in their last seven league matches.

The latest Liverpool news as Mo Salah is targeted by a Saudi Pro League chief while the Reds are said to be planning further transfers

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 5: Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace and Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Nottingham Forest FC at Selhurst Park on May 5, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Jacques Feeney ...

Liverpool have taken a 19-man squad to face Inter Milan in the Champions League, with Mohamed Salah one of eight players missing the fixture. It has been quite the few days for Liverpool, with Salah dividing opinion after his explosive comments about being thrown under the bus and his fractured relationship with Arne Slot.

Mohamed Salah is not only in the argument of being Liverpool’s greatest player of all time, but he’s also been one of the best in the world over the last decade. So why have things turned so sour?

Liverpool are set to be without key players for the visit of Brighton on Saturday as Arne Slot faces a selection headache.