Liverpool's most popular adopted son Mohamed Salah is facing an uncertain future and new manager Arne Slot finds himself stuck in the middle

One day soon we will have to stop talking about Arne Slot’s Liverpool in relation to Jürgen Klopp’s, but sometimes the comparisons are unavoidable. Here was the steel of Klopp’s best days, the familiar game-settling pedigree of Mohamed Salah and the ability to recover from perilous positions.

Liverpool came from behind to beat Southampton 3-2 and move eight points clear at the top of the Premier League, with Mohamed Salah scoring twice.

Liverpool’s 3-2 win over Southampton on Sunday offered drama, tension, and ultimately, triumph. Arne Slot’s side extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to eight points, but the Dutch manager was quick to emphasise the need for focus, with high-stakes fixtures against Manchester City and Real Madrid looming.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot praised his team for mounting a second-half comeback in a 3-2 win at Southampton when the Premier League leaders were in danger of losing to the bottom side before Mohamed Salah came to their rescue.

Liverpool’s Tightrope Walk at SouthamptonLiverpool’s recent clash against Southampton, which ended in a nail-biting 3-2 victory, was a rollercoaster of emotions for fans and

Arne Slot has reserved special praise for a Liverpool star who has struggled for game time so far this season. His influence, though, will be useful in this campaign.

Arne Slot won’t be so naive as to not be aware of the increased expectation of his team to win the Premier League this season because of a great start to the campaign.

Liverpool have solidified their position at the top of the Premier League, eight points clear of Manchester City after a thrilling comeback victory against Southampton.

Andy Robertson has not been at his best for Liverpool this season and his poor form could prompt a switch from Arne Slot