Overview
- The 33-year-old was unused in a 3-3 draw at Leeds, his third consecutive game on the bench, with Liverpool now eighth in the Premier League.
- He alleged broken summer promises, claimed someone at the club wants him out, and said his relationship with manager Arne Slot has collapsed.
- He told family to attend next weekend’s Brighton match at Anfield, suggesting it could be a farewell before departing for Egypt duty on December 15.
- Slot defended leaving him out as a tactical call to control the game at 3-2, saying Liverpool needed different players rather than an extra attacker.
- Pundits condemned the decision to go public, while reporting highlights ongoing Saudi Pro League interest and a January window that could prompt decisions.