Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has defended his decision to endorse Mohamed Salah’s controversial social media post, which was widely interpreted as a swipe at manager Arne Slot. The Germany international dismissed suggestions of an internal squad rebellion, insisting the departing forward was merely offering an honest assessment after a turbulent season.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has refused to confirm whether Mohamed Salah will feature in Sunday's crucial season finale at Anfield, casting doubt over a final home appearance for the departing forward. The 33-year-old Egyptian icon is set to end his legendary nine-year spell on Merseyside this summer amidst an increasingly tense relationship with his head coach.

Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why comments from Mohamed Salah rock Liverpool like “hand grenades”, with the Egyptian superstar taking aim at Arne Slot and the Reds’ playing style. Having grown accustomed to competing for major silverware under Jurgen Klopp’s “heavy metal” regime, Salah has been delivering departing digs ahead of hitting free agency this summer.

John Arne Riise has explained to GOAL why Arne Slot appears set to fend off sack threats at Liverpool, with it being claimed that Xabi Alonso “would have waited” for the Reds if they were interested. The World Cup winner is heading back to the Premier League, but his next port of call will be Stamford Bridge with Chelsea - rather than the familiar surroundings of Anfield.

Manchester City are reportedly preparing for life after Pep Guardiola, but a former Liverpool star, Jermaine Pennant, believes the legendary coach should stay in the Northwest by making a move to Anfield. With current Liverpool boss Arne Slot under increasing pressure on Merseyside, the prospect of a sensational cross-rivalry appointment has been mooted.

When Mohamed Salah clashed with Jurgen Klopp after being taken off in a frustrating and costly draw with West Ham on April 27, 2024, the Egyptian decided against continuing the argument afterwards. As Salah told reporters as he passed through the mixed zone at the London Stadium, "If I speak, there will be fire", so the winger wisely kept his mouth shut, and his powder dry.