Carragher: It's Vital Liverpool Qualify for UCL, Slot Can't Be Selfish

Jamie Carragher stated he wasn't surprised Mohamed Salah took a final jab at Liverpool manager Arne Slot, labeling the Egyptian's actions as “selfish.” Salah posted a statement on social media following Liverpool's 4-2 loss to Aston Villa on Friday, seemingly criticizing Slot's playing style. He called for a return to the “heavy metal football” that the Reds were known for under Jürgen Klopp. The 33-year-old, who is set to leave Anfield this summer, added that anyone joining the club must embrace this style and that adapting to it “cannot be a subject of discussion.”

"I'm not surprised. I told everyone: 'Something else will happen before the end of the season. He'll drop another bombshell, similar to what Ronaldo did when he left Manchester United.' I thought it might happen after the season ended, once he'd moved on, but no.

Less than two years ago, I called him selfish for giving an interview, and I think that holds true again. Liverpool has a really important week ahead. They haven't yet secured Champions League qualification, and it needs to be about Liverpool, not Salah.

It's vital for Liverpool to qualify for the Champions League, but I'm not surprised, and this isn't a good look at all. If Mo Salah playing this weekend gives Liverpool the best chance to win the game, you have to pick him. I've criticized Mo Salah for being selfish. Arne Slot cannot be selfish; he has to think about the club, what's best for the club. If Liverpool needs a result against Brentford, he has to play him if he believes he's in his best squad," Carragher commented.