Egyptian Star Claims Club “Threw Him Under the Bus” as Tensions Boil Over Ahead of Champions League Clash
Liverpool have made the stunning decision to leave star forward Mohamed Salah out of their traveling squad for Tuesday’s Champions League match against Inter Milan, following his extraordinary public criticism of the club and manager Arne Slot.
The drama erupted after Saturday’s 3-3 draw at Leeds, where an emotional Salah gave a raw, candid interview on the pitch at Elland Road. The 33-year-old accused the club of breaking promises and “throwing him under the bus,” revealing he now has “no relationship” with Slot after being benched for three consecutive matches.
“I have done so much for this club over the years,” Salah told reporters, his frustration palpable. “It seems like someone does not want me in the club.” He described feeling “very disappointed” and claimed unnamed figures at Liverpool were trying to make him a “problem” within the squad.
While Salah reported to training on Sunday and Monday, senior club officials—including Slot—decided a brief step back from the team would be best for all parties. The club insists this is not a punishment, but a football decision made in response to Salah openly questioning his future at Anfield.
His comments have sent shockwaves through the football world, alerting clubs in Saudi Arabia, the United States, and Europe that the prolific forward could be available. Salah signed a lucrative contract until 2027 earlier this season, but his future now appears uncertain.
Liverpool will also be without several other key players due to injury—Cody Gakpo, Federico Chiesa, and Wataru Endō all missed training Monday and are unlikely to travel.
As the team flew to Milan on Monday afternoon, all eyes turn to San Siro, where Slot and goalkeeper Alisson will face the media Tuesday evening. They are certain to be grilled on the Salah saga, which has overshadowed preparations for one of the season’s most important fixtures.
For now, one of Liverpool’s greatest modern icons watches from afar, his relationship with the club he helped restore to glory hanging by a thread.
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