Mohamed Salah scored an injury-time penalty to earn Egypt a 2-2 draw with Mozambique in their opening game at the African Cup of Nations. But the shock result was still a big blow for Egypt, whose qualifications hopes have taken a major hit.
Should they fail to qualify for the knock-out stages then Salah could even be back on Merseyside ahead of Liverpool's Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Fulham in London on Wednesday, January 24.
Meanwhile, former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson could be on the move from Saudi Arabia just six months after signing for Steven Gerrard's Al Ettifaq. The England midfielder has been linked with a host of clubs in recent days but Ajax boss John van 't Schip has confirmed his side's interest.
Premier League clubs, meanwhile, will today find out if they have breached Premier League profit and sustainability rules. The Reds will be fine. However, a report last night suggested that neighbours Everton - for the second time - and Nottingham Forest could be referred to an independent commission.
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