Although the Egypt international trained with teammates ahead of their mid-afternoon flight he was not on the plane which departed Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

The club insist, however, Salah’s omission is not for disciplinary reasons but is a selection issue.

It’s understood the club has decided to remove him from selection for a short period, taken in consultation with – and with the full support of – Slot in the best interests of the player, the squad and the club.

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