Liverpool head coach Arne Slot declined to confirm whether Mohamed Salah will feature for the club again following the forward's recent public criticisms. Salah was omitted from the squad for Tuesday’s Champions League group stage match against Inter Milan at the San Siro, with his future at the club remaining uncertain.

Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Slot acknowledged the difficult situation surrounding Salah. When asked if the Egyptian striker would play for Liverpool again, the coach said, “I have no clue. I cannot answer that question at this point in time.” He added that he believes there is always a possibility for a player to return, but emphasized the need for the club to respond when a player makes public statements that challenge the team internally.

Slot also rejected suggestions that his handling of the situation indicated any weakness. “Usually I am calm and polite, but it does not mean I’m weak,” he said, referencing the controversies sparked by Salah’s recent interview in which the player accused Liverpool of abandoning him.

Salah, 33, has not started Liverpool’s last three matches amid the team’s recent struggles, which include just four wins in 15 games across all competitions. The poor run of form has intensified scrutiny of both Slot and Salah, with fans expressing frustration over the club’s performances.

Although Salah trained with the team at Liverpool’s AXA Training Centre on Monday morning, he was later informed he would not be traveling with the squad to Italy. Sources indicate that the decision to exclude Salah was made by the club’s hierarchy rather than as a formal disciplinary measure by the coaching staff.

As Liverpool prepare to face Inter Milan, questions remain about how the club will manage the relationship with one of its key players and whether Salah’s role will evolve in the coming weeks. The team’s performance and squad dynamics appear likely to be closely scrutinized given the ongoing tensions.