Paul Ince reckons the World Cup has impacted upon Mohamed Salah this term.
Salah featured for Egypt while Manchester United star Paul Pogba lifted the trophy with France.
Ince, meanwhile, reckons both are still suffering from their exertions in Russia.
“Yeah, Salah’s struggling, but he’s an outstanding player,” the former Liverpool man said.
“You can’t drop him as you need to keep those three [Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane] together.
“He was injured at the end of last season and maybe wasn’t fully fit for Egypt.
“I know Pogba was great for France but he’s not been as impressive for United.
“That could be because of the World Cup.
“I’ve played in these tournaments and they’re far from easy. They’re draining and can be exhausting.