Wayne Rooney has criticised Mohamed Salah over his conduct towards Liverpool head coach Arne Slot, suggesting the Egyptian forward should not be “allowed near the stadium” for the upcoming clash against Brentford.
Salah is expected to feature in what could be his final appearance at Anfield on Sunday, as Liverpool look to secure Champions League qualification after a poor run of form.
The Reds’ defeat to Aston Villa added pressure on Slot’s side heading into the final day.
Rooney’s criticism follows claims that Salah’s recent social media activity included a dig at the Liverpool boss, with the former striker accusing him of undermining the manager at a crucial stage of the season.
Wayne Rooney said: “I find it sad after what he’s done for Liverpool, what he’s achieved at Liverpool.
“I’ve been open this season on my thoughts on Salah and Van Dijk, they have been two of the best in world football in recent years but for Salah to aim another dig at Arne Slot, whether he’s there next season or not, is not the point. To aim another dig at him, I think it’s really disappointing.
“I’ve seen his teammates have liked it and sometimes your teammates like your post without knowing what it is, I’ve seen it happen before.
“For him to have another attack, he’s talking that he wants to play heavy metal football so he’s saying Jurgen Klopp football, now, I don’t think Mo Salah can cope with that sort of football, I think his legs have gone, not fully, but to play at a high tempo is difficult for him.
“To aim another dig after he announced he was leaving, which I didn’t agree with, so I think it’s just sad. If I was Arne Slot, I’d have him nowhere near the stadium if I was him.”
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