Arne Slot discusses Liverpool replacing Mohamed Salah as new contract feelings clear

Arne Slot has refused to be drawn on whether will be able to replace as his future remains in severe doubt, although the Reds boss hinted he'd like him to stay at he club.

The Egyptian forward has less than a year remaining on his current Reds deal and would be eligible to open talks with foreign clubs in less than two months. have been attempting to extend his stay at Anfield, particularly given his impressive form this term.

Salah already has nine goals and as many assists to his name in all competitions this term. But Reds boss has not considered whether the club will be able to replace him should he leave.

Speaking to TNT Sport Brazil after Tuesday’s , the Dutchman said: “Is Salah irreplaceable? That’s not what I think about at the moment.

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“The only thing that I think about is that he’s so important for us [because he] scores important goals, works hard for the team and I’m hoping that he can enjoy that feeling [scoring at Anfield] many, many, many more times – especially if I’m here.

“But even if I’m not here I’m still hoping for him that he can do this many more times. He’s been incredible for Liverpool for the past six, seven, eight years.

“I don’t know exactly how long he’s been here, and he’s been incredible for us this season. I hope he can continue doing this for the rest of the season and maybe longer to come. But that’s something up to him and the club to find the idea about the future.”

over his future earlier this week. After scoring his side’s second goal in their victory against , he hinted that his future could potentially lie away from Anfield.

Will Salah still be at Liverpool next season?

Taking to social media, Salah wrote: "Top of the table is where this club belongs. Nothing less. All teams win matches but there's only 1 champion in the end.

“That's what we want. Thank you for your support last night. No matter what happens, I will never forget what scoring at Anfield feels like."

While Salah’s future remains up in the air, Liverpool have been linked with a host of potential replacements should he end up leaving. Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush has been identified as an option.

star Mohammed Kudus is also a candidate but Liverpool could face serious competition from . The Gunners are interested in a as is eyed by clubs in Saudi Arabia.

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