It’s unlikely that Sadio Mane or Mo Salah are going to play much part of Liverpool’s pre-season whatsoever.
The pair are on duty for Senegal and Egypt respectively at the African Cup of Nations – two nations who are likely to do quite well…
If either get to the Final, it’ll take place on July 19th – just 19 days before Liverpool’s Premier League opener with Norwich on August 9th.
Ex-Arsenal defender Lauren has explained how both players will need a serious rest after the physical and emotional requirements of the AFCON – and in truth – he’s probably right.
“Whatever happens, Liverpool will need to start the season without Salah and Mane, as they will need a good couple of weeks to rest and recuperate,” the former Arsenal man told Bwin, cited in the Express.