Salah wasn't happy not to be in the starting XI, but...: Arne Slot lifts the veil! | OneFootball

Salah wasn't happy not to be in the starting XI, but...: Arne Slot lifts the veil! | OneFootball

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·2 December 2025

Salah wasn't happy not to be in the starting XI, but...: Arne Slot lifts the veil!

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Liverpool: Arne Slot calms things down regarding Salah

Article image:Salah wasn't happy not to be in the starting XI, but...: Arne Slot lifts the veil!

Salah wasn't happy not to be in the starting XI, but...: Arne Slot lifts the veil!


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Mohamed Salah experienced a rare moment last weekend: for the first time since April 2024, the Egyptian forward started a Premier League match on the bench. A bold move by Arne Slot, especially as the player is going through a less prolific spell despite five goals and three assists in eighteen appearances. Unsurprisingly, this decision sparked debate in England, where Salah remains a major figure in the league.

Questioned at a press conference, the Dutch manager justified his decision while paying tribute to his player's professionalism.

he explained, before highlighting the Egyptian's impeccable attitude.

Slot emphasized Salah's exemplary professionalism:

A statement that shows that, despite this temporary demotion, the coach continues to count on his 33-year-old striker for the rest of the season.

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