Mohamed Salah's decision sends a clear message as Arne Slot receives unexpected boosts ahead of Liverpool clash

Two international breaks into his Liverpool tenure, Arne Slot has shown little concern about spending nearly two weeks without his key players.

Unlike some domestic managers who find these periods unsettling, Slot has maintained a calm demeanor during press conferences at the AXA Training Centre, appearing accepting of the reality that international fixtures are an integral part of top-level football.

While it's unclear how Slot might react if one of his key players returns with an injury, he may have privately been frustrated when Harvey Elliott suffered a foot fracture during England Under-21 duty last month. However, overall, Liverpool’s head coach seems more relaxed than most about releasing his stars to national teams. In fact, Slot has acknowledged that international breaks can provide valuable playing time for squad members who haven't featured much at Anfield.