Arne Slot addressed a social media statement that Mohamed Salah made before Liverpool’s final Premier League match against Brentford.
Arne Slot has responded to Mohamed Salah’s social media statement as the Liverpool forward prepares for his final appearance for the club against Brentford at Anfield.
Salah called on Liverpool to restore the “heavy metal” attacking identity associated with the club’s most successful recent years. He also said Champions League qualification remained “the bare minimum” before his departure.
Slot declined to confirm whether Salah would start against Brentford. Asked about the forward’s role, the Liverpool manager said “I never say anything about team selection, so it won’t surprise you I’m not going to do that now.”
The Dutchman also addressed the comments about Liverpool’s style. He said Salah “was really happy with the style last season” when Liverpool won the league, but added that both wanted the club to compete for titles again.
The Egyptian’s statement came near the end of a difficult season for Liverpool, triggering a media frenzy. Liverpool enter the final day in fifth place with 59 points from 37 matches. Bournemouth sit sixth on 56 points, six goals behind Liverpool on goal difference.
A draw against Brentford would secure Liverpool’s place in next season’s Champions League. A defeat would still leave them likely to qualify, but Bournemouth could overtake them with a win and a major swing in goal difference.