(CNN) Liverpool's attempt to pull off one of the greatest escapes in recent European football history suffered a huge blow Monday after the club confirmed star striker Mohamed Salah will miss the Champions League semifinal second leg against Barcelona. Mohamed Salah of Liverpool goes down injured during win at Newcastle. "It's concussion so he wouldn't be allowed to play," Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp told reporters Monday. "He feels OK, but it is not good enough from a medical point of view. JUST WATCHED Former US star Taylor Twellman weighs in on "concussion protocol" Replay More Videos ... MUST WATCH Former US star Taylor Twellman weighs in on "concussion protocol" 03:29Salah, who scored his side's second goal in the 3-2 win over Newcastle, left the field of play on a stretcher after colliding with opposing goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

Source: CNN May 06, 2019 11:20 UTC