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Resilience and Unity: Liverpool's Journey with Mohamed Salah

In a display of resilience and unity, Liverpool's journey with Mohamed Salah has taken a positive turn after his recent apology to the team. Curtis Jones reveals insights into the team dynamics and how they have moved past the challenges faced.

Resilience and Unity: Liverpool's Journey with Mohamed Salah

Mohamed Salah has apologised to the Liverpool dressing room following his incendiary interview earlier this month, team-mate Curtis Jones has revealed. The Reds midfielder insists the squad are united behind the Egypt forward despite him accusing the club of “throwing me under the bus” on the back of the dramatic Premier League draw with Leeds United.After being named on the bench for the third game in a row as Liverpool twice threw away the lead to draw 3-3 with Leeds, Salah gave an explosive interview in the aftermath of the game at Elland Road.The former Roma and Chelsea winger said it was “very clear somebody wanted me to get all the blame” and also claimed his relationship with manager Arne Slot had broken down.He said: “I can’t believe it, I’m very, very disappointed. I have done so much for this club down the years and especially last season.“I got a lot of promises in the summer and so far I am on the bench for three games, so I can’t say they keep the promise. I said many times before that I had a good relationship with the manager and all of a sudden, we don’t have any relationship. “I don’t know why, but it seems to me, how I see it, that someone doesn’t want me in the club.”However, after being omitted from the side which earned a 1-0 win over Inter Milan in the Champions League, Salah returned to the Liverpool fold in last Saturday’s 2-0 league victory over Brighton.Replacing the injured Joe Gomez, the 33-year-old recorded the assist for striker Hugo Ekitike’s second goal of the game as Liverpool returned to winning ways at Anfield.Reds boss Slot has since tried to assuage concerns over his relationship with Salah, saying there is “no issue to resolve” and that it was an “easy decision” to bring him on as a substitute against Brighton.And with Salah having now joined up with the Egypt squad ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations starting on Sunday, the Dutchman reiterated all parties have “moved on” from the extraordinary interview.Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!Echoing his manager’s thoughts, Liverpool ace Jones insists he and his team-mates do not hold a grudge against Salah, who - according to the England international - held his hand up in the dressing room following his remarks.In an interview with Sky Sports, Jones said: “Mo is his own man and he can say his own stuff. He apologised to us and was like, 'If I've affected anybody or made you feel any sort of way, I apologise'. That's the man that he is.“I can only speak from me knowing Mo and how he is with us and how he acted on that. He was positive as well. He was the exact same Mo, he had a big smile on his face and everybody was exactly the same with him. I guess it's just part of wanting to be a winner and I don't think he will be the last.“I get that there are certain ways you can go about things, but if a lad's fine to just be on the bench and he doesn't want to play and help the team, then I think that's more of an issue.“When there's been any sort of anger from us, including myself, it's always been from a good place. In the moment, it might not have come out in the right way, but it's never been to affect the team, the staff, the manager, anybody like that. We're past that now and we're gelling well as a team, playing well and starting to win games.”Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingLike Salah, Jones also conducted an emotional interview following the 4-1 defeat by PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on 26 November, describing Liverpool’s form as “unacceptable” and saying he was “past being angry”.“I'm a Scouser, I know how much it means to the city and fans and the club and staff around here," the 24-year-old said. “It's probably the first time I've been in a situation like this. There were a few reasons why I came out and spoke. I was just honest. I will say what I think, and at times it will rub [people] up the wrong way."I was angry but it was a shock at the same time. It was positive to see how the lads all acted. They didn't blame Mo, didn't blame the manager, didn't blame each other or anything like that. It was just taking it on ourselves.“I say that with obviously the fans and the stuff with Mo that it's not affected us in any sort of way. It affected our minds in needing to win, but nobody has blamed anybody and I think that's the important thing.”Jones will be hoping to help Liverpool secure all three points when they travel to Tottenham in the league on Saturday evening. Since his comments after the heavy defeat against PSV, the academy graduate has helped his boyhood club put together a five-game unbeaten run in all competitions.Meanwhile, Salah is poised to start when Egypt face Zimbabwe in their AFCON opener next Monday. The Pharaohs will also take on South Africa on Boxing Day and Angola on Monday, 29 December in Group B, with the tournament taking place in Morocco.

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Salah's Apology and Return to Form

Following his explosive interview and subsequent omission from the starting lineup, Mohamed Salah apologized to his Liverpool teammates, acknowledging any negative impact his words may have had. Despite the initial turmoil, Salah returned to the squad and played a crucial role in their recent victory over Brighton, showcasing his commitment to the team.

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Unity in the Dressing Room

Curtis Jones shed light on the unity within the Liverpool dressing room, emphasizing that Salah's apology was well-received by the team. Jones highlighted Salah's positive attitude and expressed the team's collective goal of winning and playing well together. The incident served as a rallying point for the players, bringing them closer together.

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Respect and Accountability

Jones and Salah's responses to challenging situations reflect a culture of respect and accountability within the Liverpool squad. Both players took ownership of their words and actions, showing a high level of maturity and professionalism. Their ability to address issues directly and move forward demonstrates the strength of character within the team.

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Looking Ahead

As Liverpool continues their season, with Jones contributing to their recent success, the team remains focused on their goals. Salah, now with the Egypt squad for the Africa Cup of Nations, looks to lead his national team to victory. The mutual respect and understanding displayed by the players bode well for Liverpool's future performances.

Published on Dec 19, 2025