Virgil van Dijk on Mohamed Salah’s send-off as concern for season-ending injury grows

The final chapter of Mohamed Salah’s legendary Liverpool career may have reached an abrupt and bittersweet conclusion after the Egyptian forward was forced off against Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Salah pulled up feeling his left hamstring in the second half of Liverpool’s 3-1 win. It casts serious doubt over whether he will feature in the remaining four matches of the season.

With his Anfield exit already confirmed for the summer, the timing couldn’t be crueller for one of the club’s greatest ever servants.

Virgil van Dijk issues honest assessment on Mohamed Salah’s Anfield future

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk did not shy away from the difficult questions in the aftermath, delivering a measured but candid take on his teammate’s situation. The Dutchman acknowledged the uncertainty that hangs over Salah’s final weeks at the club.

He admitted he simply does not know when, or if, the forward will return. “We will see him again this season? I hope so,” van Dijk said. “There will be a medical assessment and then that will determine what the issue is going to be.”

The captain continued, “I know he is doing everything in his power to be back on the pitch as soon as possible. If you get injured at this stage of the season, there are only two more home games left. It’s a combination of feelings that go through your mind when you go off.”

The Liverpool skipper maintained cautious optimism while being clear-eyed about the reality of the timeline. “Maybe he’s back next week, maybe not. I have no idea. He will get the send-off regardless. Knowing Mo, he is a quick healer with the right people around us, and let’s see.”