After a tense few days off the pitch, Liverpool star Mohamed Salah was back in training on Monday, sparking curiosity about what lies ahead for the Egyptian forward.
His explosive comments last weekend, claiming he had been “thrown under the bus,” have dominated headlines, putting his Liverpool future under intense scrutiny.
Sitting Out Games Sparks Frustration
The 33-year-old has not started in Liverpool’s last three matches and has been an unused substitute in two of them.
His frustration boiled over after Saturday’s 3-3 draw with Leeds, where he openly admitted to having “no relationship” with manager Arne Slot.
Fans and pundits alike have been left wondering what this means for Salah’s immediate future at Anfield.
Arrival at Kirkby and Training Involvement
Salah arrived at Liverpool’s Kirkby training ground in his Rolls Royce on Monday morning, just hours before the team’s Champions League trip to Milan to face Inter.
Cameras captured him engaging with teammates and taking part in the 11:45 a.m. training session, signaling that Slot has not sidelined him despite the recent controversy.
He appeared relaxed, chatting particularly with Dominik Szoboszlai, and was also seen in conversation with Hugo Ekitike as they walked toward the pitch together.
While he trained with the squad, it is still unclear whether Salah will travel to Italy or feature in the matchday squad against the Italian giants.
Explosive Comments After Liverpool’s Draw
Salah’s public outburst came after Liverpool squandered leads twice in the match against Leeds, conceding a dramatic 96th-minute equalizer.
Daily Mail Sport reported that club officials are still considering whether to reprimand him for speaking out.
In the mixed zone, Salah expressed his disappointment clearly: sitting on the bench for 90 minutes, he said, was “unbelievable,” especially given his contributions over the years.
He accused the club of breaking promises made during the summer and suggested that someone within Liverpool wants to place all the blame on him.
Mixed Emotions and Future Uncertainty
He continued by explaining his plan to enjoy the Brighton game with his parents, regardless of whether he plays, and said he wants to say goodbye to fans before joining Egypt for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Salah stressed that being treated this way is “not acceptable” and insisted he is not a problem for the team, highlighting his long-standing achievements at the club.
When asked about interest from Saudi clubs, Salah declined to comment, keeping the focus on Liverpool and his immediate responsibilities.
Recent Form and Legacy at Liverpool
Although Salah’s form has dipped compared to previous seasons, he still has four Premier League goals—just one behind the team’s current top scorer, Hugo Ekitike.
Last season, he had 13 goals by this point in the league. With 366 goal contributions for Liverpool, including two Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy, Salah remains one of the club’s all-time greats.
However, the situation mirrors the exits of other Anfield icons, like Michael Owen, Steve McManaman, and Philippe Coutinho, whose departures were marked by tension.
This is not the first time Salah has voiced dissatisfaction—his 2017 signing, contract saga, and prior public statements have occasionally made headlines.
Last year, he openly admitted being “more out than in” amid contract negotiations, eventually securing a £400,000-per-week deal in April.
What Lies Ahead?
With Salah set to join Egypt for the Africa Cup of Nations next week, the next chapter of his Liverpool journey remains uncertain.
Fans, teammates, and pundits will be watching closely to see whether he reconciles with Slot, returns to form, or faces a more complicated exit from Anfield.
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