Salah, who signed a new two-year contract at Liverpool in April, will now depart for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Premier League: Salah sets up goal on return as Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0; Chelsea return to winning ways against Everton

Chelsea moved three points clear at the top of the Premier League after Manchester City lost 2-0 at home to Crystal Palace and Liverpool were held to a draw by Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.

Premier League: Chelsea profit as Manchester City shocked by Crystal Palace, Liverpool held by Brighton

Brighton condemned Liverpool to their second straight Premier League home defeat on Wednesday, winning 1-0 to leave the champions with a mountain to climb if they are going to retain their title.

Brighton deal huge blow to Liverpool's Premier League title hopes

Mohamed Salah kept Liverpool on track to set a new Premier League points record as the champions won 3-1 at Brighton, while Manchester City bounced back to form with a five-goal rout of Newcastle on Wednesday.

Premier League: Liverpool boost record bid, Man City crush Newcastle

Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to 11 points with a nervy 2-1 win over Brighton as Manchester City slipped up once more in a draw at Newcastle on Saturday.

Premier League: Liverpool extend lead at top as Manchester City, Chelsea falter