The Athletic report that Liverpool’s position is clear — and they outline what Salah must now do following his public outburst.

 

 

The future of Mo Salah has become a major talking point following his highly publicised outburst last weekend.

 

After being left out of Liverpool’s starting XI for a third straight match in the 3-3 draw against Leeds, the Egyptian told reporters he has “no relationship” with Arne Slot and accused some people at the club of “throwing me under the bus” (Sky Sports).

 

Salah, 33, was then excluded from the squad for the midweek win over Inter Milan. Journalist Henry Winter suggested that Saturday’s game against Brighton – his last before departing for AFCON – should be his final appearance for Liverpool.

 

On Thursday, The Athletic outlined Salah’s possible options if he leaves in 2026 and detailed how Liverpool’s hierarchy view the situation after his outburst.

 

According to their report, Liverpool have no intention of selling him. Senior figures emphasised that Salah is under contract until 2027 and that his recent absence from the starting XI was only temporary. They’re shocked at how quickly the situation has escalated, but believe the next move is up to Salah. If he wants to go, he must clearly state his intentions so the club can respond.

 

However, they also recognise that if Salah maintains his hardline stance and no solution is found, the situation could become untenable.

 

As Clarence Seedorf noted on Prime Video Sport, the door is still open for Salah if he’s willing to make amends with Slot and take responsibility for his comments.

 

Whether he’s prepared to reconcile with the head coach will likely decide if he has a future at Anfield.

 

The upcoming AFCON provides a timely escape from the current drama, giving him a chance to refocus on the tournament with Egypt and return once the tension has cooled.

 

Slot has hinted that it’s on Salah to initiate peace if he wants to return to the starting lineup.

 

Liverpool appear ready to let him go if he feels the relationship has reached a breaking point, but they still hope he’ll apologise and avoid ending one of Anfield’s greatest careers in a sour and undeserving manner.