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.
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.
Following Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah's sweeping remarks, club legend Jamie Carragher has had enough. The pundit draws a telling comparison with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Jamie Carragher has pulled no punches in his assessment of Mohamed Salah, branding the Liverpool talisman “selfish” after his latest social media grenade. The Egyptian sparked a fresh Anfield firestorm by publicly calling for a return to "heavy metal football", a post widely interpreted as a calculated dig at Arne Slot’s tactics.
Wayne Rooney has launched a stinging attack on Mohamed Salah, labelling the Liverpool forward "selfish" and "disrespectful" following his latest public outburst against manager Arne Slot. The Manchester United legend has also called for the Egyptian to be sensationally axed from the squad for his final farewell at Anfield next weekend.
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has delivered a scathing assessment of the club's current state, suggesting that the "identity is gone" amid their woeful season under Arne Slot. The former captain's comments come in response to a provocative social media post from Mohamed Salah that has sent shockwaves through the Anfield hierarchy.
Mohamed Salah has appeared to question Arne Slot’s tactical direction at Liverpool, calling for the club to rediscover the "heavy metal" identity that defined the Jurgen Klopp era. The Egyptian forward’s comments come in the wake of a damaging 12th Premier League defeat of the season away at Aston Villa.
Arne Slot has provided a significant fitness update ahead of Liverpool’s crucial Premier League encounter away at Aston Villa on Friday night. While talismanic forward Mohamed Salah is prepared to make his return following a two-match injury absence, the Reds may be forced to navigate the fixture without influential playmaker Florian Wirtz due to a sudden illness.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has issued a fiery defense of his squad's culture following suggestions from Mohamed Salah that the club’s winning standards might slip once he departs this summer. The Dutchman made it clear that he will not tolerate questions regarding the professionalism of his current players as the Reds navigate a period of significant transition.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has delivered a significant triple injury boost ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Chelsea, confirming that Alexander Isak is set to return to the matchday squad. The Reds boss also moved to ease concerns surrounding Ibrahima Konate and Florian Wirtz after both players were notable absentees from training earlier this week.
The prospect of Neymar joining his former Barcelona team-mates in Major League Soccer is heating up as the Brazilian superstar considers his next move away from Santos. While a reunion with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez at Inter Miami remains a romantic possibility, the playmaker is also being linked with a surprise switch to Ohio.
Ex-Liverpool striker Michael Owen has identified West Ham United forward Jarrod Bowen as the perfect replacement for Mohamed Salah. With the Egyptian legend set to depart this summer, the Reds face the daunting task of filling a massive void on the right wing.
Mohamed Salah has made a heartfelt plea to Liverpool supporters to provide Jordan Henderson with the "farewell he deserved" when the former captain returns to Anfield. The Egyptian forward believes the sudden nature of Henderson’s 2023 departure robbed the club legend of a proper send-off following over a decade of trophy-laden service on Merseyside.
Mohamed Salah has finally lifted the lid on the pivotal role Steven Gerrard played in his decision to call time on his legendary Liverpool career. The Egyptian King is set to depart Anfield this summer, bringing an end to a trophy-laden nine-year spell on Merseyside.
Mohamed Salah has been warned that his options for a summer transfer are becoming increasingly limited as his legendary stint at Liverpool draws to a close. Despite his status as one of the Premier League's greatest-ever attackers, former Reds midfielder Didi Hamann believes the Egyptian is now "past his best" and unlikely to find another top-tier English suitor.
Mohamed Salah was shown footage of Pep Guardiola and Erling Haaland discussing his impact on Liverpool’s rivalry with Manchester City. Both admitted the Egyptian forward caused constant problems during their many Premier League battles.