Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is expected to meet with Egypt’s national team manager, Hossam Hassan, next week to discuss his availability for upcoming international friendlies. The goal of the meeting is to prevent another club-versus-country dispute ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations, according to the Daily Mail.
Egypt are preparing for a training camp and a friendly against Nigeria at Cairo Stadium during the week of December 8. Reports from Egypt suggest that Hassan has the authority to include Salah in his squad for these matches.
However, Liverpool are set to play key fixtures at the same time — a Champions League trip to Inter Milan and a Premier League encounter with Brighton. The Reds want Salah, who has recently regained top form, available for these crucial games.
At 33, Salah is reportedly inclined to remain with Liverpool rather than join up with the national team. His discussions with Hassan are also expected to cover Egypt’s other planned friendlies against Algeria and Uzbekistan, as both sides look for a compromise that serves the interests of both club and country
