Wayne Rooney Criticizes Mohamed Salah's Defensive Work Ethic Against Chelsea
Following Liverpool's third consecutive loss, Wayne Rooney took aim at Mohamed Salah for his lack of defensive contribution during the match against Chelsea. This criticism comes in light of Salah openly praising Liverpool manager Arne Slot for relieving him of defensive duties previously imposed by Jurgen Klopp.
As Liverpool lost a third successive game across all competitions, Premier League legend Wayne Rooney accused Reds talisman Mohamed Salah of "watching" Conor Bradley get torn apart by Chelsea behind him and doing very little to help. Last season, Salah openly praised Liverpool boss Arne Slot for taking away the defensive responsibility that Jurgen Klopp had previously insisted on.
Wayne Rooney's Critique of Mohamed Salah
Premier League legend Wayne Rooney did not mince his words when pointing out Mohamed Salah's perceived lack of defensive effort during Liverpool's game against Chelsea. Rooney specifically highlighted Salah's apparent inaction while watching Conor Bradley struggle against Chelsea's attacks.
Salah's Shift in Defensive Responsibilities
Salah's defensive work ethic has been a topic of discussion, especially after he commended Liverpool manager Arne Slot for allowing him to focus more on attacking duties by reducing his defensive responsibilities. This change contrasts with Klopp's previous emphasis on defensive contribution from all players.
Rooney's Comparison to Cristiano Ronaldo
Rooney's criticism of Salah's defensive display drew parallels to Cristiano Ronaldo, another high-profile forward known for his dedication to both attacking and defensive aspects of the game. By highlighting Ronaldo's work rate, Rooney implied that Salah could do more to support his team defensively.
