Mohamed Salah sent shockwaves through the football world on Saturday night after a fiery interview in the aftermath of Liverpool’s dramatic 3–3 draw with Leeds United. The long-time Anfield hero, who has been the club’s main attacking force for years, found himself on the bench for a third straight match — and this time, he didn’t feature at all.
Liverpool thought they had secured all three points when Dominik Szoboszlai restored their lead late on, only for Ao Tanaka to snatch a stoppage-time equaliser. But it was Salah’s interview after the final whistle that stole the headlines. 👀
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Salah’s Shocking Claims 😮
The Egyptian winger spoke with a level of frustration rarely seen from him. He questioned his continued exclusion, suggested someone inside the club was “throwing him under the bus,” and admitted his relationship with manager Arne Slot had completely broken down.
Some of what he said included:
He was stunned to sit on the bench for 90 minutes for the third match in a row, something he says has “never happened” in his career.
He believes he has “given everything” to Liverpool, especially last season, and doesn’t understand why he is now being sidelined.
He feels blamed unfairly and hinted that someone at the club wants him gone.
While he once had a strong bond with Slot, he now says there is “no relationship at all.”
The outburst has raised serious questions about what happens next.
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Owen Responds: ‘You Can’t Say This Publicly’ ⚠️
Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has now weighed in. Posting on X, he acknowledged Salah’s importance to the club but criticised the timing of his comments.
Owen wrote:
> He understands Salah’s anger.
He agrees Salah has carried Liverpool for years.
But he insists that going public like this is a mistake — especially with the Africa Cup of Nations just days away.
Owen believes Salah should have held back, represented his country, and revisited the situation after returning from AFCON.
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More Criticism From Ex-Liverpool Players 🎙️
Danny Murphy also questioned Salah’s decision to take his frustrations public. Speaking on Match of the Day, he argued:
Every player faces dips in form and competition for places.
Even club legends must fight for their spot.
Issues like this should be handled privately with the manager or club executives.
By going public, Salah has created unnecessary pressure for both Slot and the team.
Murphy added that while Salah’s achievements are undeniable, his reaction has “made it all about him.”
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What’s Next for Liverpool and Salah? 🔥
Liverpool’s form has plummeted — just two wins in their last 10 league games — leaving them far outside the title race and sliding further down the table. They now trail Arsenal by double digits.
The team’s next test comes Tuesday in the Champions League against Inter Milan, followed by a Premier League clash with Brighton on December 13.
As for Salah… the tension with Slot is now impossible to ignore, and all eyes will be on whether he starts, sits — or speaks again.
This story is far from over. Stay tuned. 👀🔥
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