The majority of the presumed first XI are yet to have their first official meeting with the new head coach. But there are a few senior players around the AXA and Mohamed Salah is one of those – and it’s safe to say Slot has been impressed by what he’s seen so far.

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Amid reports that it’s Liverpool that have ‘most recently’ been in contact to sign the 23-year-old, BILD claim the Dutchman ‘dreams’ of playing for the Merseyside giants.

Having said that, the Reds will have to move fast to wrap up a deal for Frimpong as it’s been reported that his £34 million release clause is active for one week after Sunday’s Euro 2024 final.