Reports indicate a thawing in relations between Mohamed Salah and Liverpool manager Arne Slot, though cloud of uncertainty still hovers over the Egyptian star, who remains a potential January transfer target.
This recent focus comes after Salah publicly criticised both the club and Slot, following a 3-3 stalemate against Leeds United. The Liverpool talisman expressed feelings of neglect, alleging a fractured relationship with Slot and hinted at being scapegoated during Liverpool’s turbulent spell of nine defeats in their last 12 outings across all fronts.
Some insiders perceived this vocal discontent as an attempt to influence the dismissal of Slot or to secure more favourable playing conditions. However, Salah found himself absent from the squad that faced Inter Milan midweek. Nevertheless, he is expected to feature in Liverpool’s upcoming clash against Brighton at Anfield.
Slot has clarified Salah’s inclusion is contingent on their discussions: “I will have a conversation with Mo this morning and the outcome determines how.” He emphasised the importance of direct dialogue, insisting, “What I need is a conversation with him. There’s not much more I can say. I speak to him today and the outcome determines how things will look tomorrow.”
As per The Daily Mail, Salah and Slot have engaged in “positive peace talks” and reached a tentative handshake agreement to navigate the recent turmoil, though the impasse is far from resolved. Additional discussions are slated to continue amid Salah’s commitments at the African Cup of Nations.
Further revelations from a well-placed source on social media suggest that Salah’s future at Liverpool could hinge on specific conditions. They reported: “We understand that talks between Arne Slot and Mo Salah have not been successful but are heading in the right direction. Salah was informed his starting position is no longer assured due to his recent form and tactical shifts. Despite this, if Mohammad is to leave Liverpool soon, it will be contingent upon Richard Hughes’s evaluation being satisfied.”
Saturday’s fixture against Brighton might mark the final Anfield appearance for the Egyptian, should prospective buyers come forward with a suitable offer. The impending decision will likely shape Liverpool’s January transfer dealings as Salah’s predicament continues to unfold.