Mo Salah's fallout with Arne Slot after 'thrown under bus' remark leads to Liverpool exit
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SportFootballLiverpool FCNeed to knowMohamed Salah spoke out against Arne Slot earlier this season before announcing he would be leaving LiverpoolMohamed Salah and Arne Slot's relationship was a topic of discussion earlier this season(Image: Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)Everything you need to know about Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot's falloutContext of the Fallout: The tension began in late 2025 as Liverpool endured a difficult run of form, dropping to ninth in the Premier League table after losing six of their first thirteen matches. Manager Arne Slot began rotating his squad heavily in search of a spark, which resulted in Salah being benched for several high-profile games.The Starting Streak Ends: In November, Salah was dropped for a match against West Ham, ending an incredible run of 53 consecutive Premier League starts.
Although Slot initially praised Salah's "professional" reaction, the forward was clearly frustrated at being an unused substitute during the 2-0 win.The Leeds United Outburst: The situation reached a breaking point following a 3-3 draw against Leeds United on December 6, where Salah was left out of the starting lineup for the third consecutive league game. He suggested that he was being made the scapegoat for the team's poor defensive performances and overall lack of cohesion.Relationship Breakdown: Salah further stunned reporters by stating that his relationship with Arne Slot had deteriorated without any clear explanation.
He noted that they had a good rapport initially but it had disappeared as he was relegated to the bench.Internal Disciplinary Action: In response to the interview, Slot omitted Salah from the squad for a midweek Champions League clash against Inter Milan. Slot praised his performance after the game, stating there were "no issues to resolve" and that Salah remained a vital part of the team.Legend's Farewell Confirmed: Despite patching things up, Salah announced in March 2026 that he would be leaving the club at the end of the season.