The Liverpool forward, scorer of 44 goals in all competitions for the club this season, is expected to lead the Pharaohs’ attack at the tournament in Russia this summer.
Egypt will contest Group A alongside the hosts, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.
Mohamed Salah has been included in Egypt's provisional 29-man squad for the World Cup.
The Liverpool forward, scorer of 44 goals in all competitions for the club this season, is expected to lead the Pharaohs’ attack at the tournament in Russia this summer.
Egypt will contest Group A alongside the hosts, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay.