Arne Slot Confirms Mohamed Salah Was Unhappy After Liverpool Omission in West Ham Win, Praises Attitude

UK - Liverpool Head Coach Arne Slot has provided insight into his squad rotation decisions, specifically addressing the highly scrutinized omission of talismanic forward Mohamed Salah from the starting lineup for the vital Premier League clash against West Ham United.

Speaking to the press on Tuesday, Slot readily admitted the 33-year-old Egyptian international was disappointed about being left on the bench for the 2-0 victory.

"Mohamed is a professional. And yes, a player of his caliber, a player whom I would describe as superhuman in terms of his ability, is always going to be unhappy when he is not starting a massive game," Slot stated.

The decision was a significant talking point prior to kickoff, especially with Liverpool needing a win to keep pace at the top of the table. However, the manager was quick to commend Salah’s subsequent reaction and team-first mentality.

"His dedication to the team remains absolute. Despite the personal disappointment of the omission, his attitude was exemplary," Slot added. "He trained with the correct intensity and was ready the moment he was called upon. This is the mark of a true leader at Liverpool."

The discussion highlights the delicate balance of managing elite talent and the inevitable disappointment that com