Liverpool FC has traveled to Italy for their Champions League match against Inter Milan on March 7, 2024. The team, managed by Arne Slot, is seeking to rebound after a disappointing 4-1 defeat to PSV in their previous European outing. Compounding their struggles, Liverpool has only secured two victories in their last ten Premier League matches, a record that has begun to reflect on their league standings.
One notable absence from the squad is star player Mohamed Salah, who has been left out of the lineup for the second consecutive match. The decision follows a challenging period for both the player and the club, marked by criticism and frustration. Salah expressed his dissatisfaction following Liverpool’s 3-3 draw with Leeds United, where he openly criticized Slot’s management decisions and the team’s performance.
In a striking social media post, Salah shared an image of himself training alone at the AXA Training Centre, garnering over 198,000 likes. The post, which had no accompanying caption, has sparked speculation about his future with the club.
Slot Addresses Salah’s Situation
The manager spoke about Salah’s omission during a press conference on March 4, 2024, indicating that the relationship between them is not irreparably damaged. “It is not the way I feel that the relationship is broken, but he has the right to feel how he feels things,” Slot remarked. He acknowledged Salah’s hard work in training and emphasized that the player’s comments surprised him.
Slot further noted that it is not uncommon for players to express frustration when left out of the squad. He stated, “When I don’t play him anymore, usually players don’t like the manager that much but he was very respectful to my staff members and his teammates.” This recognition of Salah’s professionalism suggests that there may still be an avenue for reconciliation.
Despite Salah’s absence from the Inter Milan match, the focus now shifts to Liverpool’s upcoming Premier League fixture against Brighton on March 9, 2024. The team will need to regroup and find a way to improve their form, with or without their key forward.
As the situation develops, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this dynamic unfolds, particularly with the Champions League knockout stages approaching. The stakes remain high for Liverpool as they navigate this turbulent phase in their season.
