Jamie Carragher Questions Mohamed Salah’s Silence Amid Liverpool’s Struggles
Jamie Carragher has urged Mohamed Salah to speak out publicly as Liverpool struggles continue. The team recently faced a heavy 3-0 defeat at home to Nottingham Forest, marking their sixth loss in seven league matches. This disheartening performance has pushed Liverpool to 11th place, placing them in the bottom half of the Premier League table for the first time in over a decade.
Jamie Carragher’s Call for Leadership from Salah
Carragher highlighted that while Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk addressed the media following the loss, he believes other influential players, particularly Salah, should also step forward during these tough times. He remarked on Monday Night Football that van Dijk consistently fronts the media after defeats. However, he expects more leaders to emerge from the squad.
A year prior, Salah was vocal about his contract situation, making headlines throughout November 2024, when he sought a new deal before ultimately signing fresh terms in April. Carragher criticized Salah’s previous behavior as “selfish,” insisting that the star forward’s silence during this crisis is concerning.
Concerns Over Salah’s Performance
Salah has faced criticism for his recent form, with fellow pundit Wayne Rooney suggesting it may be time to consider dropping him to ignite the team’s performance. Rooney noted that Salah is not contributing defensively and questioned the message it sends to younger players on the bench.
Liverpool’s Current Struggles and Manager’s Position
Currently, Liverpool has endured eight defeats in their last 11 matches across all competitions. The recent loss to Nottingham Forest has been characterized as one of the worst Premier League defeats at Anfield. Despite this troubling trend, Carragher has defended manager Arne Slot, who led the team to a title in his first season.
Carragher stated he does not believe Slot will be dismissed this season, although he noted growing concerns among fans about the manager’s position. He emphasized the respect for Slot’s title-winning achievement but acknowledged the different atmosphere surrounding his leadership compared to that of previous manager Jurgen Klopp.
Upcoming Matches
- November 30: vs. PSV Eindhoven (Champions League)
- December 3: at West Ham (Premier League)
- December 6: vs. Sunderland (Premier League)
- December 9: at Leeds (Premier League)
- December 12: at Inter Milan (Champions League)
As Liverpool prepares for its next fixtures, the spotlight remains on Salah and the need for him to step up as a leader amidst the club’s ongoing challenges.
