Mohamed Salah is going through one of the most tense moments of his career at Liverpool. Relegated to the bench for the third consecutive time, the Egyptian let his frustration burst after the 3-3 against Leeds, accusing the club of having “thrown out to pasture”. An outing which immediately ignited England, and which could accelerate a break already perceptible for several weeks.
Rooney denounces “lack of respect” and warns about Salah’s legacy
Wayne Rooney, a major figure in English football, did not mince his words. On his BBC podcast, the former Manchester United captain believes that Salah
“destroyed his legacy” in Liverpool. For him, Arne Slot must react firmly: “I would leave him out of the group. What he said is unacceptable. Let him go to the CAN and let everything calm down. »
According to Rooney, Salah’s attitude sends the wrong signal to the dressing room: “He did everything wrong. It’s disrespectful to his teammates, his coach and the fans. »
These words resonate in a particular way at Anfield, where Salah remains an indisputable icon with 250 goals scored and a decade of loyalty. His status is immense, but the episode weakens the image of a player nevertheless considered one of the greatest in the history of the Reds.
A locker room under tension and Slot faced with a delicate decision
Arne Slot must now manage an explosive situation. The leaders would consider leaving Salah aside for the crucial Champions League trip against Inter, in order to avoid tension spreading throughout the group. The message sent would be strong: no one is above the collective, even a club monument.
On a sporting level, the difficulty is real. Liverpool are struggling to find consistency and need a successful Salah, especially before his imminent departure for the CAN. But the Egyptian’s public exit could leave its mark, as Rooney fears: “I’m sure he’ll regret his words in a few years.” »
At Anfield, one question is now on everyone’s lips: will Salah be able to repair the link… or does this burst of anger mark the end of an era?
