For Liverpool fans, the sight of Mohamed Salah limping off against Crystal Palace sent a collective shiver down the spine. The Egyptian King, who has redefined goal-scoring at Anfield, was forced out early with a hamstring injury on Saturday, sparking fears that we might have seen the last of him in a red shirt.

But the football gods have smiled upon Merseyside. Liverpool confirmed on Wednesday that Salah's injury is a "minor muscle issue," and the club "anticipates" he'll be back before the season's curtain call. For a player who has given everything to the badge over nine years, this news is nothing short of a victory in itself.

Abigail Rudkin, a lifelong Liverpool supporter, captured the mood perfectly when she spoke to BBC Radio Merseyside. "You could sense the anxiety among the fanbase," she said. "No one wants to say goodbye to Salah in that way. We all absolutely adore him, so the idea that was the last time we'd see him in a Liverpool shirt was really sad."

The relief is palpable. "It is a massive relief," Rudkin added. "It means now he can appreciate the games he has left with the fans. He probably panicked himself when he went off injured, thinking it would be the last time he plays for Liverpool."

For a player who has scored over 200 goals for the club and won every major honor, Salah deserves a proper farewell—not a hobbled exit. His return ensures that the Anfield faithful will have a few more chances to chant his name, wear his kit, and celebrate a legend who changed the club's history. Whether you're gearing up for his final matches or just appreciating the moment, one thing is clear: the King will have his curtain call.