When will Salah return for Liverpool? Injury update and expected return dates on 11 LFC absentees

Diogo Jota, Luis Diaz, and Darwin Nunez were the heroes as Liverpool clinched a vital 3-1 win at Anfield, reclaiming the top spot in the Premier League following Manchester City's temporary displacement after their triumph over Everton.

Looking ahead, Jurgen Klopp will be scrutinizing his squad for potential injuries before their upcoming clash against Brentford. Concerns arose over Trent Alexander-Arnold's fitness after the Liverpool vice-captain was substituted at halftime during the Burnley encounter.

Several Liverpool players missed the Burnley fixture due to flu, including Alisson Becker and Joe Gomez, who were absent from the matchday squad.

Liverpool's Current Injury Update and Expected Return Dates

With Liverpool's current absentees, you could field an entire team.

Alisson in goal, Bradley and Gomez at full-back, Matip and Konate at centre-back, Trent, Szoboszlai, Thiago and Bajcetic in midfield with Salah and Doak up front.

Classic 4-4-2.

On a serious note, Liverpool need better luck with injuries and illness if they are to weather the title race that is developing quite nicely.

Alisson Becker

Alisson Becker was sidelined against Burnley due to flu but is expected to return for the Brentford match on February 17.

Expected return date: Brentford (A) - February 17

Joe Gomez

Like Alisson, Joe Gomez missed the Burnley game due to flu and is anticipated to return for the Brentford clash on February 17.

Expected return date: Brentford (A) - February 17

Mohamed Salah

Mohamed Salah has been absent since New Year's Day and was not available against Burnley. Liverpool hope to have him back for the Brentford fixture on February 17 if he can return to training this week.

Expected return date: Brentford (A) - February 17

Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold was substituted at halftime against Burnley as a precautionary measure and is set to undergo a scan soon. His return date remains uncertain.

Expected return date: Unknown

Dominik Szoboszlai

Dominik Szoboszlai missed the Burnley match due to hamstring recovery but is expected to be fit for the Brentford game.

Expected return date: Brentford (A) - February 17

Conor Bradley

Conor Bradley was absent due to personal reasons following his father's passing and is expected to return for the Brentford game.

Expected return date: Brentford (A) - February 17

Thiago Alcantara

Thiago Alcantara suffered a new injury setback with no specified recovery timeframe.

Expected return date: Unknown

Kostas Tsimikas

Kostas Tsimikas made a comeback as a late substitute against Burnley after a collarbone injury. He is now available for selection.

Expected return date: Already available

Joel Matip

Joel Matip's season-ending ACL injury leaves uncertainty over his future at Anfield, with his contract expiring in the summer.

Expected return date: Unknown

Ibrahima Konate

Ibrahima Konate missed the Burnley game due to suspension but will be back for the Brentford clash.

Expected return date: Brentford (A) - February 17

Stefan Bajcetic

Stefan Bajcetic's return remains uncertain as he continues his recovery from a long-term injury.

Expected return date: Late February/early March

Ben Doak

Ben Doak faces an extended spell on the sidelines following a knee injury and might not feature again this season.