Mohamed Salah PSG selection dilemma grows after Liverpool defeat vs Man City

Mohamed Salah PSG selection debate grows after FA Cup defeat

Salah’s display has prompted strong reactions from pundits, with talkSPORT suggesting Liverpool may need to make a bold decision for their quarter-final tie against PSG.

Tony Cascarino argued that current form should outweigh reputation when it comes to team selection, questioning whether Salah’s recent performances justify a guaranteed place.

“You have to deserve your space in the team. At the moment, Liverpool are carrying Mo Salah.” — Tony Cascarino, via talkSPORT

The comments come at a sensitive moment, with Salah having recently confirmed he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season. That announcement has drawn further attention to his performances during the run-in.

Roy Keane warning gains traction

Roy Keane had previously warned that the timing of Salah’s exit announcement could influence how supporters and analysts perceive his performances if results dip.

Following the FA Cup defeat, those concerns have resurfaced, with the forward now facing increased scrutiny during a crucial phase of the campaign.

“If Liverpool finish the season badly and he’s not at his best, people will say his heart’s not in it.” — Roy Keane, via Stick to Football

That narrative appears to be developing, particularly after a performance in which Salah failed to convert chances that might have changed the direction of the game.

Concerns over form and confidence

Journalist Henry Winter also pointed to signs of uncertainty in Salah’s performance, particularly during his missed penalty.

“He didn’t look like the confident Mo Salah of old when he stepped up.” — Henry Winter, via talkSPORT

Salah has now missed two of his last penalties across competitions, adding to concerns about his current form at a critical stage of the season.

Having followed Liverpool closely in recent weeks, there has been a visible drop in attacking sharpness, with the team struggling to convert key moments in high-pressure matches. However, it remains too early to draw firm conclusions ahead of a fixture of this magnitude.