During Mohamed Salah’s outburst in the interview, the summary of his words was “I didn’t deserve to be treated like this because I worked hard for the team and earned my place”, which in hindsight was actually correct. But becoming a club legend doesn’t mean he won’t have poor form or be benched. The priority is always for the team to get back into shape and get back to winning ways.

Salah has been criticized on several occasions for his poor performances in games where he is heavily marked. Yet, given even the slightest space, opportunity or chance, a moment of his brilliance can turn the tide of a game.

He’s not the only player to have struggled with form this season – many of his team-mates have dropped significantly in quality – but he seems to be the only one who has been unfairly singled out.

Salah interview breaks out: Was he being treated unfairly?

During Salah’s interview, the Egyptian mentioned Bayern Munich star striker Harry Kane and made comparisons to the way the Englishman was treated during his long goal drought. He said:

“Can I give you an example? It’s stupid but I’m sorry. I remember not too long ago when Harry Kane went ten games in a row without scoring a goal. [and] Everybody in the media was like, ‘Oh, Harry is definitely going to score.’ When it came to Mo, everybody was like, ‘He needs to be on the bench.’ I’m sorry, Harry. “

He hinted in his statement that other clubs would protect their players when they were going through difficult times, but in his case he was thrown under the bus and forced to live with the consequences of his team’s failure.

Arne Slaughter’s side this season are completely different to the team that won the league title by 10 points last season. Salah has not played in two of Liverpool’s past three games, but the team has still performed poorly. Their recent performances have been particularly worrying, with them squandering a two-goal lead against Leeds United before eventually drawing 3-3.

If he starts in any game, a moment of brilliance from Salah could very well swing the game in the Reds’ favour, taking all three points or saving them a draw.

Only one winner can emerge from Salah and slot rift

“No player is greater than the club” – it’s true. Despite everything Salah has contributed to Liverpool, his recent interviews have reportedly angered the club’s hierarchy and undermined the support of owner Arn Slott.

With club directors reportedly siding with Slott, it’s difficult to see how Salah can fully reconcile with the team. As a result, reports of a move away from Liverpool as early as January have become increasingly popular.

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Should Salah leave amid thunderous applause?

On social media, fans have begun to take sides, with some defending the manager and others staunchly backing Salah.

But it would be almost laughable to think that Liverpool’s problems this season are down to the man who won the PFA Player of the Year award and is fourth in the 2025 Ballon d’Or rankings, thanks to his outstanding contribution of 46 goals and assists in 38 Premier League games.

Salah could have easily left Anfield after eight years at the club, but instead chose loyalty – signing a two-year contract extension that will keep him at Liverpool until the end of the 2026/27 season. This decision alone demonstrates his desire to continue competing for the badge and push the team forward.

If there were already tensions at the club due to poor results in recent games, Salah’s outburst in the interview only heightened matters further and took the situation to a whole new level.

The question now is whether Salah made the wrong choice by staying at Anfield, or whether Liverpool can quickly resolve these internal differences before the situation on the pitch deteriorates further.

One thing is clear: the relationship between Salah and his coaching staff will be crucial in determining how Liverpool finish the season and where the club goes in the coming years.

in conclusion

Make no mistake about it: Mo Salah is a Liverpool FC legend and deserves more respect. The crisis between Salah and Slott at Liverpool is complex, with the Egyptian feeling unfairly treated during a downturn despite his loyalty to the club.

Despite his poor form and not starting any of Liverpool’s last three games, he still created the third most chances in the Premier League in 2025/26.

Salah’s outburst in interviews has thrown his stay at the club into question, with a move to the Middle East being linked with a possible solution.

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Recording date: December 6, 2025