After remaining an unused substitute during Saturday’s 3-3 draw at Leeds, marking his third consecutive benching, the Egyptian winger claimed he has been unfairly "thrown under the bus" amid the reigning champions' poor form.
Citing broken promises and a fractured relationship with Slot, a clearly emotional Salah invited his parents to the upcoming Brighton match, hinting it will serve as his farewell before departing for the Africa Cup of Nations.
The 33-year-old, currently sitting on 250 club goals, feels wrongly scapegoated for Liverpool's slide to eighth place. While Slot defended the tactical decision to leave him benched, Salah insists he is being forced out. With long-standing interest from Saudi Arabia, a January transfer now appears the probable outcome for the disheartened forward following this public breakdown in trust.