Liverpool star player, Mohamed Salah, has come to the defense of his teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold following a wave of criticism from fans. The Egyptian forward believes that the treatment towards Alexander-Arnold has been harsh and undeserved.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to leave Anfield for Real Madrid on a free transfer in the summer. This move has sparked controversy among Liverpool fans, some of whom booed him during last Sunday’s 2-2 home draw against Arsenal.
Salah expressed his disappointment over this incident in an interview with Sky Sports. He stated that he was saddened by the booing of his teammate and believes that Alexander-Arnold should be given a proper send-off before the end of the season.
Liverpool player, Mohamed Salah, said:
“I was surprised because this is not how we act as Liverpool fans. Imagine someone who gives you his all for 20 years. It’s shouldn’t be like this. I hope that will change next game, against Brighton or in the last game of the season, because he deserves the farewell.”
“I think somehow the fans were being harsh with him. I think he didn’t deserve it at the time, he deserved the fans to treat him the best way possible because he gave it all to the fans."
Stellar career at Liverpool
Born in Liverpool, Trent Alexander-Arnold made his first-team debut in a 2-1 EFL Cup win against Tottenham back in 2016. Since then, he has made an impressive 353 senior appearances for Liverpool across all competitions and scored 23 goals.
The talented defender's contributions have not gone unnoticed as he played pivotal roles in securing two Premier League titles, Champions League glory, FA Cup victory and EFL Cup triumph for The Reds during his tenure.
Upcoming matches
Liverpool will face Brighton on Monday followed by Crystal Palace at Anfield for their final Premier League game this season. It remains to be seen how fans will react to Alexander-Arnold during these matches given recent events.
Mohamed Salah's comments highlight an important aspect of sportsmanship - respect towards fellow players regardless of their future plans or current form. As one chapter closes with Trent's departure from Anfield, it is crucial to remember and appreciate his significant contributions to Liverpool FC over the years.
In the world of sports and sports betting, it's not just about the wins or losses, but also about the spirit of the game. As fans, it is essential to remember that players are human too and deserve respect for their efforts on and off the pitch.
