John Barnes has explained how a change in system at Liverpool could be the factor in Mohamed Salah’s lack of goals.
The Egyptian winger had endured a slow start to the new season by his standards, scoring two goals in six league games. Despite creating plenty of chances for team-mates, the 30-year-old has come under scrutiny in some quarters just months after signing a new three-year deal worth a reported £350,000-per-week.
Salah’s slow start is a far-cry from his opening month last season, with the winger bagging nine goals from his 10 games before the first international break. And while a host of possible explanations have been touted, ex-Liverpool midfielder Barnes thinks a change in system following the arrival of Darwin Nunez has affected the Reds star.