The tension surrounding Liverpool’s dressing room has taken a dramatic new twist — and Mohamed Salah isn’t the only big name feeling disconnected from Arne Slot, according to broadcaster Richard Keys.
Salah recently voiced his frustration after being left out of the starting lineup, admitting he felt disappointed and even “thrown under the bus.” His remarks came right after Liverpool’s chaotic 3–3 draw with Leeds United, a match where the Egyptian never left the bench.
Slot himself acknowledged before kickoff that dropping Salah wasn’t an easy call. But with the forward featuring just 45 minutes across the last three games, the 33-year-old’s future suddenly feels more uncertain than ever.
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Richard Keys Drops a New Bombshell
Keys revealed that Salah isn’t the only experienced star unhappy with the manager. Posting on X, the veteran presenter hinted that another “very senior” Liverpool player shares the same strained relationship with Slot:
> “It was only a matter of time before Salah spoke up. He has no relationship with Slot. And there’s another very senior member of that squad who feels exactly the same. Very senior. I said it weeks ago — bring in Stevie G.”
The cryptic message has only fuelled speculation about unrest within the squad.
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Salah’s Dilemma — Stay or Walk Away?
Despite heavy speculation earlier in the year, Salah signed a new contract in April, keeping him at Anfield until 2027. Last season, he was Slot’s main man — ever-present, Golden Boot winner, and a key part of Liverpool’s title-winning run.
But this season tells a different story. Liverpool have stumbled to eighth after 15 matches, Salah has been benched twice already, and reports suggest Saudi clubs are lurking with serious money for a potential summer move.
And with the Africa Cup of Nations pulling him away from December 15, his influence will temporarily vanish at a crucial point in the season.
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Could Steven Gerrard Really Return?
As pressure mounts, questions about Slot’s future are growing louder. Keys hinted that Steven Gerrard — currently without a coaching job — could be a short-term solution if the club seeks a reset.
The idea of the Champions League-winning captain returning to steady the ship is already lighting up fan discussions. With the relationship between Slot and his senior players under strain, a familiar figure might be exactly what the dressing room needs.
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