Liverpool's Premier League title defence has faltered, with the team struggling to secure a top-four spot and exiting the Carabao Cup early. While they have reached the Champions League quarter-finals and FA Cup, their form has drawn criticism, with Mohamed Salah bearing the brunt. The 33-year-old has scored just five league goals this season.
Club legend Graeme Souness has argued that Salah should leave this summer, claiming his best years are behind him. 'I think Salah is falling off a cliff,' Souness told the Daily Mail. 'He is the single biggest reason why Liverpool are having an indifferent season. His numbers are way down, and he has not stood up when needed.'
Meanwhile, Steven Gerrard expressed surprise at Trent Alexander-Arnold's omission from England's squad for friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. The Real Madrid right-back was left out by Thomas Tuchel, with Tino Livramento and Djed Spence selected instead. Gerrard said: 'Is Trent among the best 35 players in this country? Of course he is. I am surprised and disappointed for him.'
