Liverpool’s manager, Arne Slot, made headlines on Tuesday, December 3, when he playfully used Mohamed Salah to comment on the legal troubles facing Manchester City.
Speaking at a press conference, Arne Slot referenced the 115 financial misconduct charges currently directed at Manchester City while addressing the ongoing discussions about Salah’s contract status with the club.
Salah, the prolific Egyptian and Liverpool forward, is now in the final six months of his current deal, raising questions about his future with the club.
Following an impressive performance in which he scored and assisted during Liverpool’s 2-0 triumph over Manchester City on Sunday, the 32-year-old Egyptian international hinted that the Premier League match might have been his last appearance against Pep Guardiola’s City at Anfield.
When Slot was questioned about Salah’s remarks during the pre-match press briefing ahead of Liverpool’s upcoming clash with Newcastle United, he joked, “Maybe Mo knows more about the 115 accusations, so he expects them not to be in the Premier League next season.”
Arne Slot’s remark highlighted the ongoing uncertainty surrounding City’s position in English football as they navigate their legal battles. However, the Dutch tactician swiftly clarified his intentions, saying: “It was a joke – I repeat, it was a joke!” underscoring the light-hearted nature of his comment.
Note that Manchester City remain entrenched in a legal dispute with the Premier League regarding the 115 alleged breaches of financial rules, all of which the club firmly denies.
Legal experts suggest that this complex case is unlikely to be resolved in late 2025, particularly if the club decides to appeal the eventual verdict. This protracted legal drama looms over the Premier League landscape, impacting clubs, players, and fans alike as they await the outcome.