Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has plunged his future at Anfield into serious doubt after delivering a furious public critique of the club and manager Arne Slot.
Salah's Explosive Post-Match Comments
The Egyptian superstar, who was an unused substitute for a third consecutive match in Saturday's 3-3 draw with Leeds United, made his feelings brutally clear in a remarkable interview after the game. Salah stated he felt the club had "thrown him under a bus" and that promises made to him in the summer had not been kept.
"I could not believe I was sitting on the bench for 90 minutes. That’s the third time. It’s the first time in my career I think," said the 33-year-old. "I am very disappointed, I have done so much for this club over years, especially last season."
A Relationship in Tatters and Transfer Door Opened
Most damagingly, Salah revealed his previously good working relationship with head coach Arne Slot has completely collapsed. "I used to have a good relationship. Now we don’t have any relationship and I don't know why," he confessed.
His comments have inevitably sparked speculation about a sensational mid-season departure. With the January transfer window reopening in just a few weeks, Salah hinted he may have played his last game for the Reds before leaving for the African Cup of Nations. He even instructed his parents to attend Liverpool's next home game against Brighton so he could "say goodbye to the fans."
Egypt Boss Offers Subtle Support
While Salah's outburst has divided opinion, he has received apparent backing from his international manager. Egypt's head coach, Hossam Hassan, posted a picture of himself with Salah on Instagram shortly after the news broke.
The caption, "Always a symbol of determination and strength," was interpreted by many as a subtle show of support for the player during his dispute with Liverpool. This public gesture from a key figure in Salah's career adds another layer to the ongoing saga.
The situation presents a major challenge for Arne Slot and the Liverpool hierarchy, who must now manage their star player's discontent during a difficult period on the pitch. How the club responds will be crucial in determining whether Salah's legendary Anfield career is heading for an abrupt and acrimonious end.
