Liverpool star, Mohamed Salah, has responded to critics questioning his commitment to Egypt as he returned to England for treatment following a hamstring injury at the Africa Cup of Nations last week.
Salah, who was substituted during Egypt’s 2-2 draw against Ghana, might be sidelined for up to four weeks, prompting his return to Merseyside.
Amidst criticism from Egypt’s former midfielder Ahmed Hassan, claiming Salah should stay to support his team, Salah clarified that both Egypt and Liverpool agreed on his return.
Salah assured fans on the X platform that he had begun treatment and rehabilitation, vowing to return to the national team as agreed.
In a subtle rebuke to his detractors, Salah suggested they “try harder.” His agent, Ramy Abbass Issa, strongly defended Salah on social media, criticizing those who questioned his commitment. Issa thanked those who dismissed the baseless claims.
Liverpool’s assistant, Pep Lijnders, explained that Salah’s return was a joint decision with the Egyptian medical staff to aid his recovery from a torn hamstring. Liverpool aims to have Salah fit for the AFCON final next month, seeking to defuse any controversy surrounding the injury.