Drama surrounding Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot has taken a new turn. Midfielder Curtis Jones has revealed that the Egyptian superstar has officially apologized to his teammates in the Liverpool dressing room following his explosive post-match interview earlier this month.
Despite accusing the club of “throwing him under the bus” after a frustrating 3-3 draw with Leeds United, the squad remains firmly united behind their veteran forward.
The Interview That Shook Anfield
The tension peaked after Salah was benched for three consecutive games. Following the draw at Elland Road, an emotional Salah claimed his relationship with manager Arne Slot had “broken down” and suggested that figures at the club wanted him out.
“I have done so much for this club… it seems to me that someone doesn’t want me in the club,” Salah told reporters at the time.
Curtis Jones: “Mo Held His Hand Up”
Speaking to Sky Sports, Curtis Jones cleared the air, explaining that Salah didn’t let the public drama sour his relationship with the players.
“Mo is his own man,” Jones said. “He apologized to us and was like, ‘If I’ve affected anybody or made you feel any sort of way, I apologize.’ That’s just the man he is he had a big smile on his face and everyone was the same with him.”
Jones argued that Salah’s anger came from a “good place”the desire to win. “If a lad’s fine to just be on the bench and doesn’t want to play, then I think that’s more of an issue.”
Arne Slot Moves On from Mohamed Salah situation
While the relationship between the manager and the star player was reportedly frosty, results on the pitch have stabilized.
- The Return: Salah returned to action in a 2-0 win over Brighton, providing an assist for Hugo Ekitike.
- Slot’s Stance: The Dutchman has downplayed the feud, stating there is “no issue to resolve” and that all parties have moved on.
What’s Next for Salah and Liverpool?
The “Salah-less” Reds are now preparing to face Tottenham this Saturday. Meanwhile, Salah has joined the Egyptian national team for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.
Egypt’s AFCON Group B Schedule:
- Monday: vs. Zimbabwe
- Boxing Day: vs. South Africa
- Dec 29: vs. Angola
With Salah potentially away for a month, Liverpool fans are left wondering if this “apology” marks the beginning of a reconciliation or the final chapter of his legendary Anfield career.
