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Mohamed Salah's stark criticism of Liverpool's performance under Arne Slot has left a mark on club legend Steven Gerrard, who admits it “hurt to watch” the Reds’ lackluster display against Aston Villa. This defeat, their 12th of the season, raises serious questions about Slot's future as manager, despite the club's ownership backing him for next season.
Salah expressed his disappointment on social media, stating that witnessing the team crumble is “painful” and not what fans deserve. He emphasized the need for Liverpool to rediscover their attacking identity, calling it non-negotiable. He also underlined that qualifying for next season's Champions League is the bare minimum expectation.
Gerrard echoed Salah’s sentiments, noting the team's apparent absence of “fight” and “passion” against Villa. He highlighted Salah's rare vocal stance as a signal that issues within the dressing room are evident. With Chelsea appointing Xabi Alonso, a potential candidate to replace Slot, the pressure mounts on Liverpool to make decisive changes. The situation is critical, and Salah’s words might indicate a turning point for a club that prides itself on success.
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