Egyptian star Mohamed Salah launched a public attack on club legend Jamie Carragher, accusing the former defender of being “obsessed” with him.
The sharp response from Al-Masry comes after Carragher's repeated statements about the status of Salah's ongoing contract at Anfield.
The saga surrounding Salah's future has been a hot topic, with the striker's contract set to expire at the end of the season.
Despite his exceptional performances, Liverpool have yet to secure his signature on a new deal, sparking widespread speculation over his future.
Salah, along with teammates Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, are now eligible to sign a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs, a worrying scenario for Liverpool fans.
He has produced world-class performances week after week since joining the Reds from Roma in 2017 for £35m. The 32-year-old scored a goal An incredible 232 goals and 105 assists in 376 matchesaveraging almost a goal or an assist per game.
This season, his form has been nothing short of sensational. He has already scored 18 goals and provided 13 assists in just 19 Premier League appearances, with his total tally in all competitions standing at 21 goals and 17 assists in 27 appearances. (Transfer market)
His performance was instrumental in propelling Liverpool to the top of the Premier League and Champions League standings, as well as securing a place in the League Cup semi-finals. However, the club's inability to resolve his contract situation has become the hot topic surrounding him instead.
Mohamed Salah responds to Jamie Carragher
The Egyptian king has left He made several public statements In reference to this desire to remain at the club, and the suggestion that the ball is in Liverpool's court.
His most recent social media activity – a photo of him with Alexander-Arnold and Van Dijk from Liverpool's match against Manchester United – was widely interpreted as a vague reference to their unresolved future.
And Jamie Carragher, who was on earlier in the season Salah criticized his statements On his contract, the striker criticized again, urging both Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold to follow Virgil van Dijk's lead in how he conducts himself amid uncertainty over his future.
This time, Salah decided to respond. Go to TwitterThe Egyptian king responded with a sharp 8-word message to him: “I'm beginning to think you're obsessed with me.”
I'm starting to think you're obsessed with me? https://t.co/YAnwbaHdRi
– Mohamed Salah (@Mo Salah) January 6, 2025
A violent fight in Liverpool's dressing room after the draw against Manchester United