Liverpool's Mohamed Salah Sidelined for Inter Milan Clash Amid Frenzied Criticism of Coach
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Liverpool has surprisingly left star forward Mohamed Salah out of their Champions League squad for the match against Inter Milan, following a heated exchange between the Egypt international and manager Arne Slot. The 33-year-old's comments, made over the weekend, hinted at a strained relationship with Slot, citing his repeated benchings and questioning whether someone within the club wanted him to take the blame for their dismal form. Salah's extraordinary outburst sparked speculation that Liverpool may consider selling him in January, with reports linking him to the Saudi Pro League. Despite being one of the team's highest-paid players and a key figure in their past successes, including two Premier League titles and a Champions League triumph, Salah has struggled this season, scoring just four goals in 13 top-flight appearances. The move is seen as a temporary solution, allowing Salah to take a break and regroup ahead of his departure for the Africa Cup of Nations next month. Liverpool's coach Slot has reportedly received full support for the decision, but no formal disciplinary action has been taken against the player. The team will face a tough test against Inter Milan on Tuesday, with a reduced 19-man squad due to fitness issues. The absence of Salah, along with Cody Gakpo, Federico Chiesa, and Wataru Endo, adds to Slot's problems on the pitch. The coach and goalkeeper Alisson Becker will attend a press conference ahead of the match to discuss the team's strategy and challenges. As Liverpool seeks to turn their season around, the decision to sideline Salah raises questions about the club's future plans for their star player.
