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Van Basten Condemns Salah as Liverpool Rift Deepens and Saudi Talk Grows

Following three straight benchings plus a public complaint, Arne Slot omitted the forward from the Inter squad in the Champions League.

Overview

  • Marco van Basten criticized Mohamed Salah on Ziggo Sport, saying he had “the brain of an insect” and describing Arne Slot as straightforward and honest.
  • Salah’s output has dipped this season, with reports noting only five goals in all competitions after a 29-goal Premier League campaign last year.
  • Salah publicly complained about repeated benchings, saying he felt scapegoated and no longer wanted by the club.
  • Slot responded by leaving Salah out against Inter in the Champions League and said he “did not expect those words” from the player.
  • Photos published by The Sun showed Salah lunching with ex-Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson, which has fueled unconfirmed speculation about a potential Saudi move.