Liverpool and Egypt have been at loggerheads over Mohamed Salah's fitness and availability for international duty so far this season - but there could be a breakthrough in November

Former England international Paul Gascoigne has accused Mohamed Salah of trying to avoid sustaining any injuries to ensure that he can leave Liverpool at the end of the season.

Hossam Hassan said the decision to return Salah to Liverpool early was taken with the input of Liverpool’s medical staff with an eye to his long-term fitness.

Leroy Sane is the perfect replacement for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool, says former winger, but Bukayo Saka is not yet at the Egyptian's level, it has been argued

Egypt and Liverpool have both been very particular about managing Mohamed Salah's fitness to keep him as fresh as possible for the biggest games - and he may not be needed for his country's next run o

Jermaine Pennant believes Arsenal's Bukayo Saka isn't yet at the level of Mohamed Salah and has named the ideal replacement for the Liverpool star if he departs Anfield next summer

Liverpool only have exclusive contract talks rights with Mohamed Salah for another two-and-a-half months and loose speculation suggests the Reds are making contingency plans