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News1810-12-2025, 20:27

Klopp Backs Benched Salah: "Problems Only If He's Not Playing"

  • Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp defended Mohamed Salah after the star expressed frustration over being benched by current boss Arne Slot.
  • Klopp explained Salah's mindset, stating he always wants to play and constantly strives to develop and give his best for the team.
  • Klopp famously stated that issues with Salah only arise when he is not playing or is substituted, highlighting his competitive nature.
  • Salah, despite his past achievements, has struggled this season with only 5 goals in 19 appearances, contributing to Liverpool's 9th place standing.
  • Current coach Arne Slot discussed Salah's potential reintegration but left open the question of who should initiate the reconciliation.

Why It Matters: Klopp defends Salah's benching frustration, hinting at Liverpool's internal strife.

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