There is no doubt that Mo has a very high opinion of himself and he was furious at not starting in the West Ham game last week. Salah is the most selfish player I have ever seen. "Even before the West Ham game, when Klopp left him on the bench, Mohamed never accepted such coaching decisions," Souness was quoted as saying by the British online publication Daily Star.
Mohamed Salah has been playing for Liverpool since 2017. With the "Reds" he has won the Champions League, the English championship, domestic cups and became the winner of the FIFA Club World Cup. In the current season, the 31-year-old striker has made 41 appearances in all competitions, scoring 24 goals and providing 13 assists.
Salah's prolific goalscoring and assists statistics speak for themselves, and he has been a crucial player for Liverpool since joining the club. However, Souness's criticism suggests that Salah's personality and ego can sometimes cause problems within the team. The former Liverpool player and manager is known for his outspoken and sometimes controversial opinions, so his comments should be taken in that context.
It is worth noting that Salah is not the only world-class player who has been accused of being selfish at times. Many top strikers and attacking players are driven by a strong desire to score and perform well, which can sometimes come at the expense of team play. The key is to find a balance between individual excellence and team cohesion, which is a challenge that all elite clubs and managers must address.
Ultimately, Salah’s performances on the pitch have been undeniably excellent, and he has played a major role in Liverpool’s recent successes. While Souness’ criticism may have some merit, it is up to Klopp and the Liverpool management to ensure that Salah’s talents are channelled in a way that benefits the team as a whole. As long as the Reds continue to win trophies, most fans will probably be willing to overlook the occasional ego clash.
In addition to his club success, Salah has also been a standout player for the Egyptian national team. He has been instrumental in helping Egypt qualify for several major tournaments, including the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. His impact on the national team has only cemented his status as one of the best players in the world.
It will be interesting to see how Salah's career continues to develop. At 31, he is still in the prime of his career and there is no reason to believe that he will not be able to maintain his high level of performance for several more seasons. However, as with any elite athlete, there will always be questions about his longevity and ability to remain injury-free.
