A body language specialist has delivered a damning verdict on Mohamed Salah's future at Liverpool, concluding the star forward has likely 'already made up his mind' to leave the club. This analysis follows Salah's astonishing post-match comments after being benched for the Reds' 3-3 draw with Leeds United at Elland Road.
Explosive Interview Reveals Deep Fracture
The Egyptian forward, 33, left reporters stunned in the mixed zone after the thrilling Premier League clash on December 7th. Salah claimed he felt he had been 'thrown under the bus' for Liverpool's problems and hinted at a potential January transfer window exit. While he stated no regret over signing a new contract in April, he declared 'there's no relationship' with manager Arne Slot.
Slot defended his tactical decision to leave the Premier League winner on the bench, stating it was based on the challenge posed by Leeds, who had recently made things difficult for Manchester City and Chelsea. Salah watched from the sidelines alongside Newcastle's £125 million forward Alexander Isak.
Expert Decodes the 'Fake' Demeanour
Darren Stanton, a former Derbyshire police officer with a psychology degree, reviewed the footage for OLBG. He stated Salah's body language mirrored the clear frustration in his words. 'His genuine sense of anger and frustration are clear to see,' Stanton said.
He pointed to specific tells, noting Salah's pouting bottom lip as a sign of anxiety and frustration. Stanton also highlighted that the smiles seen during the interview were not genuine. 'They're fake smiles for masking. I think he's already made up his mind,' the expert asserted.
A Lost Cause and a Search for Exit
Stanton suggested Salah's outburst stemmed from a player accustomed to success who now feels the team is not complying with his standards. 'I wouldn't be surprised if he's planning a quick exit. The way he's talking and his expressions, I think he thinks this team and this manager and the club's situation is a lost cause,' he explained.
The analyst believes Salah feels personally responsible for his career trajectory and is now looking for a way out, regardless of the managerial situation. This explosive incident comes as Liverpool prepare for a crucial Champions League trip to face Inter Milan next Tuesday, followed by a Premier League home fixture against Brighton.
