Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah tipped to leave club by Tim Sherwood

Former Tottenham manager Tim Sherwood says he is certain Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool this summer, bringing an end to his Anfield career.

The Egypt international has been the subject of intense speculation regarding his future throughout the current campaign.

Salah was involved in a public disagreement with manager Arne Slot earlier in the season.

Sherwood predicts Anfield exit

The 33-year-old recently returned to the starting line-up following his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations.

He marked his return to form with a goal and an assist in the recent FA Cup victory over Brighton.

However, Sherwood believes the forward is currently playing out his final months on Merseyside regardless of his performances.

“I think 100 per cent he will be leaving in the summer and I think he’s having a swansong now,” Sherwood told Sky Sports.

“In my opinion, I think he 100 per cent leaves that club and he gets a fantastic ovation at the end of the season.”

Sherwood added: “He deserves silverware, he certainly does, but whatever happens, he’s been a magnificent servant to the club.”

Van Dijk hopes for stay

The former Roma attacker signed a contract extension last April which ties him to the club until 2027.

Despite the pundit’s confidence regarding an exit, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has expressed his desire for his team-mate to remain.

“The situation is what it is,” said Van Dijk.

“The full focus is on trying to make this season a success first and we will see how then the season ends and then you never know what happens.”

The Dutch defender acknowledged their shared history at Anfield.

“I always want Mo to stay because I’m a good friend of him and we’ve been through the highs and not-so-highs together for so many years,” Van Dijk added.