Liverpool manager Arne Slot has suggested that Mohamed Salah's recent public comments about his contract situation have had a destabilizing effect on the squad ahead of their crucial Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
The Egyptian forward has been a subject of intense speculation regarding his future at Anfield. Salah's contract is set to expire in 2025, and despite being one of the club's most important players, there has been no indication that a new deal is imminent.
In a recent interview, Salah expressed his disappointment with the club's lack of progress in negotiations, stating that he felt "more out than in." These comments have sent shockwaves through the Liverpool fanbase and raised concerns about the team's unity going into a crucial period of the season.
Slot's comments have added fuel to the fire, suggesting that Salah's public airing of his grievances has created a sense of unease within the dressing room. While the manager did not go into specifics, he hinted that the situation had been a distraction for the team in the build-up to the Real Madrid match.
"It's no secret that there has been a lot of talk about Mo's future in recent weeks," Slot said. "These things can create a distraction, and it's something that we've had to address as a team. Our focus now is on the game against Real Madrid, and we need to make sure that we're all pulling in the same direction."
The timing of Salah's comments could not have been worse for Liverpool. With the club facing a tough run of fixtures, the last thing they need is a distraction of this magnitude. The Reds will be hoping that they can put the Salah situation behind them and focus on securing a positive result against their Spanish rivals.
The impact of Salah's comments on the team's performance remains to be seen. However, it is clear that the situation has created a significant headache for the Liverpool management. With the transfer window approaching, the club will need to decide whether to sell Salah this summer or risk losing him for nothing when his contract expires.
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