Van Dijk Calls on Salah to Stay as Future at Liverpool Remains Uncertain
Salah had voiced his frustration following Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Leeds United, hinting at tension with manager Arne Slot and suggesting that he felt unsupported by the club.
Despite this, Van Dijk highlighted the importance of unity within the team. “I’ve told him I want him to stay. He’s a key leader for us, and having him around makes a huge difference. Right now, though, he’s preparing for AFCON, and we’ll keep in touch over the coming days and weeks,” Van Dijk explained.
On the question of whether the recent developments affected team morale, Van Dijk was confident in his players’ professionalism. “Did this week impact the squad? Not at all. The performances on the pitch speak for themselves. There’s a lot of noise externally, but as captain, I focus on guiding the players, and I think everyone has handled it very well. Mo trained fully, stayed behind for sessions, and remained focused and professional throughout,” he added.
Van Dijk’s remarks underscore his hope that Salah will remain a central figure at Liverpool, while also highlighting the team’s resilience as they manage the ongoing speculation around their star forward.
