When Mohamed Salah departed for the Africa Cup of Nations over five weeks ago, questions arose about his role within Arne Slot’s altered lineup. As Salah’s absence coincided with Liverpool’s transition towards a more tactical game, many speculated if he could seamlessly reintegrate into such a disciplined approach after a victorious recent match.

On January 21, in a 3-0 victory over Marseille, Liverpool showcased an adaptable formation, allowing for Salah to thrive despite his initial hesitation about the new tactics. With Slot adjusting the team’s structure to accommodate multiple attacking players, Salah found himself positioned favorably alongside emerging talents like Dominik Szoboszlai and Florian Wirtz, forming an agile front.

Liverpool’s current unbeaten streak is the longest among Europe’s major leagues, and under Slot’s management, there has been effective integration of Salah back into the squad dynamics, signaling a potential continuation of triumph into the latter stages of the season.