Premier League manager has been officially sacked this afternoon after club announced his exit
Liverpool supporters have voiced their displeasure with manager Arne Slot following Mohamed Salah’s candid post-match interview after the team’s 3-3 draw with Leeds United. A significant number of fans are demanding the Dutch manager’s dismissal following what appears to be a major falling-out between the two.
The former Feyenoord manager has chosen to bench Salah for the team’s last three fixtures, a period that has yielded just one victory. The Egyptian star’s last starting appearance came during the humiliating Champions League loss to PSV Eindhoven on November 26.
After being left completely unused in the Leeds draw, Salah spoke candidly with reporters, suggesting he has been unfairly scapegoated for the team’s struggles. The 33-year-old revealed that his relationship with Slot has completely broken down, causing fans to take sides in what has become an internal club divide.
A considerable portion of the fanbase holds Slot responsible, pointing to the marked decline in form under his leadership this season. Social media has been flooded with posts demanding the manager’s dismissal.
One passionate supporter accused the Dutch tactician of destroying the club and dismantling Jurgen Klopp’s legacy, calling for immediate action. Others have completely absolved Salah of any wrongdoing, placing the blame squarely on Slot’s shoulders while demanding fresh leadership. One fan questioned the logic of repeatedly benching Salah while Cody Gakpo continues to start despite underwhelming performances. Several supporters have characterized the situation as deeply disrespectful to both the club legend and the entire fanbase.
Salah has indeed struggled by his lofty standards this season, contributing just five goals and three assists across 19 appearances in all competitions. The former Chelsea forward was pivotal in Liverpool’s 2024-25 Premier League title triumph, leading the team in both goals and assists. During his Liverpool tenure, he has found the net 250 times in 420 matches and recently signed a two-year contract extension.
**Liverpool’s defensive fragility costs them at Elland Road**
Liverpool squandered a commanding two-goal cushion at Elland Road during their Premier League encounter with Leeds United, settling for a disappointing 3-3 draw. Desperately seeking just their second win in six outings, the Reds faced a revitalized Leeds side riding high from their midweek victory over Chelsea.
Hugo Ekitike broke the deadlock for Slot’s men in the 48th minute before adding a second just two minutes later, seemingly putting Liverpool in control. However, Leeds mounted a spirited comeback through Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s 73rd-minute penalty, before Anton Stach leveled proceedings two minutes afterward.
Dominik Szoboszlai’s composed finish in the 80th minute appeared to have secured all three points for Liverpool. Yet Leeds refused to surrender, with midfielder Ao Tanaka completing the dramatic comeback in stoppage time, hammering home from close range following a corner to snatch a hard-earned point.
