‘It’s a consequence of what he did,’ says Alisson about Salah’s cut at Liverpool

Goalkeeper Alisson, from Liverpool, addressed the crisis at the club involving forward Salah and coach Arne Slot. The Brazilian took part in a press conference a day before the English team faces Inter Milan in the Champions League. The Egyptian was cut and will not play in the upcoming match. ‘It’s not an easy situation, but as a team, we are doing our best. I have a personal relationship with Salah, of course. I played with him since I arrived in Europe – one year at Roma and now eight at Liverpool. He is a great person and a Liverpool legend. We have won many things together. It’s something that doesn’t make me happy, but we don’t have much time to lament in football. We have a big challenge tomorrow against Inter Milan, who have been getting good results,’ said Alisson. When asked about a private conversation with Salah, Alisson said, ‘Him not being available is a consequence of what he did. I haven’t talked to Salah about it yet, but I want to. We have a good relationship, not just as teammates. We don’t have much free time outside of training, but we are good friends. We have had good and bad moments together. I will have a conversation with him, but it will be private.’ Regarding Salah’s comments about coach Arne Slot, Alisson stated, ‘I don’t think he meant to be disrespectful to anyone. I believe all players have the freedom to speak up about how they feel, but everyone has to deal with the consequences.’ The controversy started on Saturday when Salah criticized coach Arne Slot for leaving him on the bench once again. This was the third consecutive game in which the forward did not start as a regular. Salah expressed his feelings, saying, ‘I am very disappointed. I have done so much for this club in recent years, especially last season. Now I am on the bench, and I don’t know why. It feels like the club has abandoned me, that’s how I feel. I think it’s very clear that someone wanted me to take all the blame,’ Mohamed Salah said. The Egyptian also mentioned the sudden change in his relationship with Slot, who was once good. The Dutch coach arrived at Liverpool last season and won the Premier League with Salah as the top scorer, with 27 goals. Today, Liverpool confirmed that Salah did not travel to face Inter Milan in the Champions League. The player’s decision was even contested by Jamie Carragher, a former defender and considered one of the greatest idols of the Reds.