Liverpool are heading for a big summer window, and more players are being linked with an exit following the confirmation from Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson.
Arne Slot’s side have also been under fire with former players starting to talk about the coach’s future at the club. The Reds cannot think about the summer just yet, as they have Chelsea coming up in the Premier League this weekend.
All that and more in today’s ReadLiverpoolFC roundup:
1 – Daniel Sturridge has called for patience regarding Arne Slot’s future
Jamie Carragher was not happy with Arne Slot after the 3-2 loss at Manchester United, but Daniel Sturridge believes that the fans need to be patient with the head coach. He claimed that the Dutchman needs to fix certain issues quickly and said on Sky Sports:
“They can get Champions League football, regroup, decide on the framework, decide on the players who are with you. You’ve got to give the man a chance to implement the philosophy. You’ve got to give the man time.”
Read more: Daniel Sturridge backs Arne Slot but wants key issue fixed
The former striker added that the counterattacks against the Reds have been very similar in recent seasons and that the coach needs to work on finding a fix before the next season starts.
2 – Liverpool eye another PSG star as Mohamed Salah replacement
Liverpool are in the market for a winger this summer after Mohamed Salah announced his exit. The Reds have been linked with a host of players after key target Michael Olise was blocked from leaving Bayern Munich.
Read more: Liverpool add second PSG star to summer shortlist
The Anfield side were linked with Ibrahim Mbaye last month, but now another name has popped up on the list. Slot’s side want Bradley Barcola from PSG this summer as they see him as an ideal replacement for Mohamed Salah.
3 – Liverpool could be without trio for Chelsea clash
Liverpool are looking to bounce back from the 3-2 loss at Manchester United and are taking on Chelsea at Anfield on Saturday. The Reds are now sweating on the fitness of Mohamed Salah, Alexander Isak and Alisson Becker ahead of the clash.
Read more: Liverpool team news vs Chelsea
Slot is without Hugo Ekitike and Giorgi Mamardashvili following injuries but was hoping for some good news from the medical team this week. However, three key players were not spotted in training once again.
4 – Alisson agrees terms for Liverpool exit
Alisson is entering the final year of his contract this summer and Liverpool are yet to close talks over a new deal. The Brazilian has a host of clubs interested in signing him and Juventus are looking to jump the race.
Read more: Alisson agrees terms with Juventus
The goalkeeper has now agreed a €5 million per season contract with the Old Lady ahead of the summer window. The Italian side are pushing to beat competition from the Saudi Pro League for the former AS Roma star.
5 – What next for Mohamed Salah?
Mohamed Salah confirmed his exit from Liverpool in March, revealing that he will be cutting short his contract by a year and exiting in the summer. He has been linked with MLS and Saudi Pro League sides, but the Egyptian has now opened doors for a surprise move.
Read more: Mohamed Salah open to making surprise transfer
Former Premier League goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer quizzed the winger about his next move, and joking asked if a move to Australia was on the cards. The 33-year-old did not rebuff it and said:
“You never know, but if it was a legends game. I don’t see myself anywhere near it.”
Muhammad Murad, the media coordinator for the Egyptian national team, revealed in April that Salah would announce his next club soon.
ReadLiverpoolFC Verdict
For now, the focus remains on the pitch. If the Reds are to secure Champions League football and provide their departing icons with a fitting send-off, they must find a way to stabilise their defensive vulnerabilities starting this weekend against Chelsea.
The era of Klopp’s “Mentality Monsters” may be drawing to a close, but the foundations laid this summer will determine how quickly Slot can build a dynasty of his own.
