"Speaking ahead of Liverpool's huge Champions League showdown with Inter Milan at the San Siro, Alisson Becker became the first player to publicly address Salah's explosive post-match interview, where the winger claimed he was being thrown under the bus after being benched again. Salah has now been left out of the travelling squad, a bold call that has only intensified speculation around his future. And according to Alisson, the decision was unavoidable."
"As one of Salah's closest friends in the squad, his words carried weight but he refused to defend the Egyptian's outburst. It's not an easy situation, Alisson admitted. We have a personal relationship but him not being available is a consequence of what he did. He's smart enough to know that. The Brazilian revealed he hasn't had a proper conversation with Salah yet but intends to do so privately, insisting it's a matter between friends, not cameras."
"Despite his empathy, Alisson made it clear that the team's priority is the club and his comments strongly suggested frustration within the dressing room about Salah choosing to go public. As his teammates and his friends, we hope the best for him, he said. But as Liverpool players, we want what's best for the club. And when asked whether he still backed manager Arne Slot, Alisson didn't hesitate: Of course, yes."
Alisson Becker publicly addressed Mohamed Salah's explosive post-match interview ahead of Liverpool's Champions League tie with Inter Milan. Salah has been left out of the travelling squad after claiming he was being thrown under the bus following another benching. Alisson said the omission was a consequence of Salah's actions and called the situation 'not easy.' He said he has not had a proper conversation with Salah yet but intends to speak privately. Alisson emphasized that the team's priority is the club, expressed frustration at Salah going public, and confirmed his backing for manager Arne Slot.
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