Published 15:19 IST, December 20th 2019

Mohamed Salah is a complete player like Lionel Messi, feels Arsene Wenger

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has compared Liverpool's Mohamed Salah to Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi. He called Salah a complete player. Read more.

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Former Arsenal manr Arsene Wenger is in news. French tactician has compared one of Liverpool’s players to Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi. According to Wenger, Mohamed Salah is a complete player. He also compared him to Messi.

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Arsene Wenger compares Mohamed Salah to Lionel Messi

Arsene Wenger made se comments while speaking to Liverpool manr Jurgen Klopp during an interview before FIFA Club World Cup final. Speaking to BeIN Sports, Wenger stated that he was impressed with how Salah has developed as a multifunctional player. Wenger was impressed with way Salah has evolved as a player. His play-making ability was visible against Monterrey. 

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Wenger furr appreciated Salah’s game stating that he created chances around box that were exceptional. re were skills like Lionel Messi in him. Wenger furr commented that he prefers a player who can score many goals while also assisting during critical moments.

Mohamed Salah has been phemenal for Liverpool since his arrival from AS Roma

Mohamed Salah has been phemenal for Reds since he moved from AS Roma. This season, his numbers have been impressive with 13 goals and six assists. European Champions defeated Monterrey to secure ir spot in finals of FIFA tournament. Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita opened scoring in 12th minute of match, with Mohamed Salah bagging an assist. Monterrey were quick to equalise just three minutes later with a strike from Rogelio Mori. two sides were tied at 1-1 at  end of first half. However, match ended in Liverpool’s favour after a strike from Roberto Firmi. 

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Also Read | Arsene Wenger Expects Arsenal To Support Mikel Arteta With Experienced Team

Liverpool will play against Flamengo in FIFA Club World Cup final

Liverpool’s fringe squad also played against Aston Villa on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 in Carabao Cup quarter-final. Although it was expected that Aston Villa would defeat Reds, 5-0 scoreline was a bit unexpected. game was a one-sided affair but fringe players impressed at Villa Park. Liverpool will next play against Flamengo in FIFA Club World Cup final on Saturday, December 21, 2019.

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Also Read | Real Madrid's Federico Valverde Reveals Arsene Wenger Failed To Sign Him For Arsenal

 

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12:33 IST, December 20th 2019