The Anfield Wrap Life After Mo Salah: TAW Unwrapped
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Nov 12, 2025 The panel dives into life after Mo Salah, exploring formation tweaks and short-term options to prepare for his potential absence. Discussions include tactical partnerships like Ekotike and Isak, alongside the implications of relying on right-side players like Conor Bradley. They evaluate long-term targets such as Semenyo and the versatility of attackers. Insights on Salah's form, potential exit strategies, and the commercial benefits of a move to the Saudi league round out the conversation, with hope for his continued impact at Liverpool.
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Try Ekotike–Isak Pairing During AFCON
- Playing Ekotike and Isak together with Virts behind is the most natural short-term evolution when Salah is at AFCON.
- That setup preserves attacking talent while testing a post‑Salah forward balance before a permanent change.
Use AFCON To Trial A New Strike Pair
- Use the AFCON period to trial Ekotike and Isak as a strike partnership and tweak Ekotike to play slightly deeper.
- Let Verts and other creators occupy the space behind to reduce dependence on Salah.
Salah Still Drives The Numbers
- Salah remains Liverpool's top scorer this season despite a dip in form, so short-term planning must account for his continued influence.
- New signings must prove they can be primary scorers rather than bench options.