The era of peace and stability at Anfield is officially over. Following Liverpool's dire 3-3 draw against Leeds United, Mohamed Salah delivered one of the most astonishing and emotional interviews in the club's recent history, confirming a total breakdown in his relationship with manager Arne Slot and leaving the door wide open for a January exit.
This is no longer about form; it's about trust, respect, and a power struggle that has put the future of Liverpool's greatest modern player into serious jeopardy.
The Confession: 'No Relationship' with Slot
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The atmosphere around Liverpool has been volatile all season, but Salah's comments drew a
clear line in the sand. When asked about his manager, the Egyptian confirmed the worst fears of the supporters:
“I used to have a good relationship [with Slot]. Now we don't have any relationship and I don't know why. It seems like someone does not want me in the club.”
This stark admission comes after Salah was named on the bench for a staggering three consecutive
Premier League matches (West Ham, Sunderland, and Leeds), a situation he called "unacceptable" and unprecedented in his Liverpool career.
The Accusation: 'Thrown Under the Bus'
The core of the conflict stems from Salah's belief that he is being unfairly blamed for the team's woeful start to the season. The forward, who won the FWA Footballer of the Year award just last season, feels his legendary status and consistent performance over the years have been disrespected.
"After what I have done for the club it really hurts. It seems like the club has thrown me under the bus.
That is how I feel it. Someone wants me to get all the blame."
Salah feels that in a team struggling with multiple underperforming players and defensive vulnerabilities—as evidenced by the 3-3 draw—he is being singled out by the manager's benching decisions. He also hinted at broken promises made when he signed his contract extension in 2025, stating: "I got a lot of promises and so far I am on the bench for three games, so I can’t say they have kept those promises."
The Root of the Conflict: Tactical vs. Status
While Salah sees his benching as a personal attack, Slot has consistently cited tactical reasons for his omissions, specifically the need for "defensively strong enough" wingers in his system, a subtle dig at Salah's well-documented lack of defensive output.
Salah’s View: His immense contribution (scoring 250 goals) means his status should protect him from such treatment. "I don't have to go every day fighting for my position because I earned it."
Slot’s View (Publicly): He maintains that nobody has "unlimited credit" and that his selections are based on form and tactical fit for each opponent.
The disconnect is a fundamental clash: A World-Class Ego vs. A Manager Asserting Authority.
The Final Game? January Looms
The gravity of the situation is amplified by the looming January transfer window and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Salah confirmed he has asked his family to attend the next match against Brighton, saying:
"In my head, I'm going to enjoy that game because I don't know what is going to happen now... I don't accept this situation. I have done so much for this club." With Saudi Pro League clubs still desperate to sign Salah and the player openly questioning his future, his game against Brighton next weekend is now cast as a potential, sorrowful farewell.
The civil war between star player and coach looks set to end with the most painful departure of the club's modern history.
Will Salah stay and fight, or has Arne Slot sealed his exit? Let us know your take in the comments!