Wayne Rooney says ‘selfish’ Mo Salah should be dropped for final Liverpool match
Wayne Rooney has criticized Mohamed Salah, calling him 'selfish' and suggesting he should be dropped for Liverpool's final match. Salah's recent comments about the team's performance have raised tensions, especially with manager Arne Slot. Rooney believes Salah's actions undermine the team and should not be tolerated in his farewell game.
- ▪Wayne Rooney has urged Liverpool to drop Mohamed Salah for the final match of the season.
- ▪Salah's comments on social media following a defeat have been perceived as a dig at manager Arne Slot.
- ▪Rooney described Salah's behavior as 'sad' and 'selfish', suggesting it undermines team unity.
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