Liverpool's Star Issues Statement to Teammates, Says Curtis Jones
The Liverpool midfielder has revealed that Salah apologised to the entire Liverpool squad in the wake of the uproar from his televised remarks.
The Fallout
He was omitted from a key Champions League match subsequent to criticising the club and suggesting his relationship with manager had deteriorated.
“Salah is an individual and he can say his own stuff,” the midfielder said. “His apology was clear and was like: ‘Should anyone feel slighted, I apologise.’”
The manager has refused to disclose on whether he got an explanation from the 33-year-old forward.
Moving Forward
The player stated that the team's response stayed normal. “Nothing about him changed, he had a big smile on his face and everybody was exactly the same with him,” he continued.
Jones also noted that a teammate fighting for a place is preferable. “I get that there are certain ways you can handle situations,” he said. “But if a lad’s fine to just sit out, then I think that’s concerning.”
Positive Results
Liverpool's form have been impressive in the games following the interview fallout. He feels the Salah's words were not designed to harm the team.
“When there’s been any sort of anger, the source has been from a place of caring,” the midfielder stated. “We’re past that now and we’re uniting strongly, getting results and starting to win games.”
