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      ‘I know a lot of things’ – Mo Salah’s former team-mate and best friend says star is ‘close to leaving’ Liverpool

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      MO SALAH is close to leaving Liverpool claims his best friend and former team-mate Dejan Lovren.The forward is out of contract in the summer and has on multiple occasions hinted he could leave.Mo Salah is likely to leave according to former team-mate Dejan LovrenCredit: RexAfter Liverpool beat Manchester City in December Salah said he was just trying to enjoy the occasion as it could be the last time he plays against City – he said the same after winning at Old Trafford this season.Salah is believed to be looking for a new three-year deal at Anfield and will want similar terms to his existing contract.So far the club’s owners, FSG, have refused to bow to his wage demands and he knows there would be mega money on offer in the Saudi Pro League.Former Reds team-mate Lovren, who was a close friend of Salah at Anfield, believes the Egyptian could be on his way out of the club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe told Winwin: “I think he is close to leaving. Right now I think he is closer to leaving than staying.”That’s what I know, that’s my feeling. I obviously hope that the situation changes.”Last month Salah confirmed once more that this will be his last year at Anfield, with his desire to mark his departure with a Premier League win.He said: “This is the first time I would say I really want to win the Premier League [over the Champions League].Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Why? Probably because we didn’t celebrate the last one we won the way we wanted and also coming back it’s my last year in the club so you want to do something special for the city.”Asked to elaborate on his comment, Salah added: “Do I really believe it’s my last year? So far yes.’We are far away from that,’ says Mo Salah as Liverpool star sends club another contract warning”These last six months there is nothing, no progress. We are far away from progress but we just need to wait and see.” More

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      ITV forced to apologise as Plymouth hero says ‘I f***ing love it’ TWICE live on air after shocking Liverpool

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      ITV had to apologise after a Plymouth player swore TWICE during a live interview following Argyle’s famous 1-0 win over Liverpool in the FA Cup.Argyle defender Nikola Katic let a few f-bombs slip during his post match interview as Liverpool’s quadruple hopes went up in smoke at Home Park.Nikola Katic swore during ITV’s live coverage of Plymouth’s shock 1-0 win over LiverpoolThe Plymouth hero said ‘I f***ing love it’ TWICE live on airCredit: ITVKatic – who lost a tooth in the opening stages following a collision with his own team-mate – couldn’t contain his emotion.When asked what’s like to beat Liverpool, he said: “I f****** love it”, before repeating, “I f****** love it” AGAIN immediately after.Katic – who only joined Plymouth on loan from FC Zurich last month- added: “That’s why I came here. It’s a beautiful day here.” Plymouth goalkeeper Conor Hazard – who was booked in the second half – could be seen laughing after Katic made his faux pas.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSRyan Hardie’s penalty clinched a historic victory over the Premier League leaders and fans inside Home Park had their hearts in their mouths when the fourth official put nine additional minutes up.The millions at home were waiting for Katic to apologise for his profanity, but he seemingly forgot too, instead adding: “We did what the coach asked from us. That is it.”But ITV host Mark Pougatch took charge of matters after the camera switched back to the studio.Pougatch said: “We’re very sorry for the industrial language.”Most read in FootballBlood was seen pouring from Katic’s mouth as he received medical treatment on the pitch in the opening minutes. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFortunately, Katic was back on his feet and was able to resume the game shortly after.The Bosnian is on loan from the Swiss Super League and put in a Player of the Match performance, as he made 11 headed clearances.Plymouth hero Ryan Hardie reveals touching reason he ‘teared up’ in warm-up before scoring penalty to stun LiverpoolMark Pougatch was forced to apologise after Katic sworeCredit: GettyHe previously played for Rangers, where he was managed by Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard.In fact, Katic was part of Gerrard’s title-winning side in the 2020-2021 season.Meanwhile, Slot made 10 changes to the team that beat Tottenham in the Carabao Cup.Ryan Hardie made no mistake from the penalty spot to give his side a deserved lead early in the second half.The ball had smacked off Harvey Elliott’s arms, which were raised well above his head, inside the area.Hazard produced a stunningly late match-winning save from Diogo Jota, adding: “That’s just my job, isn’t it? Keep the ball out the net the best I can. I’m delighted with it.”Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Alisson and Andy Robertson were among those given the afternoon off with Trent Alexander-Arnold unavailable through injury.READ MORE SUN STORIESPlymouth, meanwhile, sit 43 places below Liverpool at the bottom of the Championship.The FA Cup fifth-round draw takes place on Monday night.Plymouth pulled off one of the biggest shocks in recent FA Cup memoryCredit: RexHardie made no mistake from 12 yardsUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Devastated Liverpool star forced off injured after just eight minutes of FA Cup clash as league leaders suffer huge blow

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      JOE GOMEZ looked devastated before he was forced off inside the first eight minutes of Liverpool’s fourth-round FA Cup humiliation.Gomez had just returned from a hamstring problem to start for Liverpool, who were dumped out of the cup by Championship strugglers Plymouth Argyle.Joe Gomez looked distraught as he went down injuredCredit: GettyThe defender was consoled by his team-mates after falling to the turf in the opening eight minutesCredit: GettyInside the opening exchanges at Home Park, Gomez limped off and had to pass on the captain’s armband to Diogo Jota.The England international signalled the bench after appearing to suffer from a fresh muscle problem.The 27-year-old looked distraught as he put his head down while his team-mates consoled him.Gomez started alongside Jarell Quansah in the middle of the backline.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSYoung right-back Isaac Mabaya, who has had his own fair share of injuries in the last 12 months or so, came on to replace him.Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate did not travel with the Merseyside derby coming up this midweek.Gomez has not long come back from a muscle injury that he sustained in Liverpool’s 5-0 win at West Ham at the back end of 2024.But wile Gomez’s latest setback isn’t the best news for Liverpool, nobody expected the Prem leaders to lose 1-0 to Plymouth.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSRyan Hardie’s penalty – after a Harvey Elliott handball – sent Caoimhin Kelleher the wrong way in the 53rd minute.The Premier League leaders will rue making TEN changes and loading their bench with inexperienced kids as they deservedly crashed out of the FA Cup.The giant-killing sparked amazing scenes from fans and players.ITV had to apologise after a Plymouth player swore TWICE during a live interview.Argyle defender Nikola Katic let a few f-bombs slip during his post match interview as Liverpool crashed out of the competitionKatic – who lost a tooth in the opening stages following a collision with his own team-mate – couldn’t contain his emotion.When asked what’s like to beat Liverpool, he said: “I f****** love it”, before repeating, “I f****** love it” AGAIN immediately after.Ryan Hardie celebrates his match-winning goalCredit: Reuters More

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      ‘I just cannot get my head round it’ – Jamie Redknapp baffled by embarrassing Tottenham stat in Liverpool humiliation

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      TOTTENHAM racked up a string of new lows in a shocking Carabao Cup exit labelled “horrendous” and a “disgrace”.Spurs failed to record a single shot on target as Liverpool’s 4-0 Anfield win booked a 4-1 victory on aggregate and a final place against Newcastle at Wembley on March 16.Liverpool’s Ryan Gravenberch consoles Spurs newcomer Mathys TelCredit: ReutersRodrigo Bentancur reflects on Tottenham’s 4-0 lossCredit: RexJamie Redknapp claims he’s never seen a team go out with ‘less fight’Pundits delivered their most blistering verdicts yet on Ange Postecoglou’s two-year reign.And ex-Liverpool and Tottenham midfielder Jamie Redknapp went back much further with his trip down horror-history lane.The former England ace told Sky Sports: “I cannot remember a team in my lifetime go down with less of a fight than what they did today.”Redknapp was especially stunned that Spurs couldn’t muster one effort on goal – the first time they’ve not done so under Postecoglou.READ MORE TOP FOOTBALLHe said: “I can’t get my head round them not having one shot on target in a semi-final.”Not having one shot on target in the semi-final second leg when you’re trying to change the course of your history.”(There’s) the one half-chance when Son (Heung-min) manufactures a step-over and hits the bar but even then you just felt the game had gone for them.”There’s been some lows – Palace, Everton and Ipswich this season – but that today, when you look at that scoreline, it’s just horrendous… so abject.”Most read in FootballAnge Postecoglou accepted Spurs were outclassedCredit: RexThe facts and figures for Spurs also looked woefulMo Salah smacked in a stunning penalty for rampant LiverpoolCredit: APJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBlaming the experienced players, Redknapp also claimed: “Whenever Tottenham go into a big game they never believe that they are going to win.”Fellow Sky man Jamie Carragher was equally withering as pressure mounts on Postecoglou.How much Mathys Tel will cost Tottenham for four months revealed… with no guarantee Spurs can activate buy optionThe ex-Liverpool defender said: “It was never in doubt before the game – it was Tottenham. When will Tottenham ever win a big game?”When I look at those three Tottenham midfield players, I thought they were a disgrace, no matter who the manager is.”Spurs’ match stats were pretty much their worst of the season.They had just eight touches in the Liverpool penalty areas, whereas Arne Slot’s Prem leaders had 55 in the Tottenham area.And their meagre total of five goal attempts – all off target – was dwarfed by Liverpool’s attacking threat.The Reds created 26 attempts, including 10 on target.Postecoglou told ITV: “Tough night. Credit to Liverpool they were way too good for us tonight. This graph also shows Tottenham’s lack of penetration”We never really got to grips with the game with or without the ball. “We just allowed them to get control pretty early and it made it difficult for us to get in the game.”Both Redknapp and Carragher accepted Tottenham still have a huge list of crocks, with 10 players out.However, Redknapp stressed: “They’ve had a lot of injuries but there’s still enough players there to cause Liverpool problems.”Ex-Spurs centre-back Michael Dawson labelled his old side’s display as “really, really damaging.”Dawson added: “I thought there would be more of a fight from those players. They didn’t show any character.”Cody Gakpo’s 34th-minute opener put Liverpool in front on the night and level in the tie.And Mo Salah’s top-corner penalty early in the second period summed up their swagger as the Reds took control.Dominik Szoboszlai’s slot-in and Virgil van Dijk’s header then made the scoreline almost as embarrassing for Spurs as their display.Afterwards Van Dijk highlighted the contrast between the two teams – albeit by only talking about his own side.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Dutch defender said: “It’s about staying calm, work our socks off, try to show our quality, defend with everything we have as a team and focus on ourselves. That’s the main thing. “Don’t worry about others. That’s the only key to success this season. Let’s go for it and we’ll see.”Virgil van Dijk celebrates his classic headed goalCredit: GettyUnlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      ‘I spent 10 minutes with him…’ Gary Lineker reveals what Mo Salah said about Liverpool future as contract runs down

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      GARY LINEKER lifted the lid on what Mo Salah told him about his Liverpool future.The Reds hero, 32, is out of contract at the end of the season – alongside Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold.Mo Salah talked to Gary Lineker about his Liverpool futureCredit: GettyThe Match of the Day host revealed the details of the private conversationCredit: PASalah can now negotiate a pre-contract agreement with a new club outside of the UK. He even admitted earlier in the season he is “more out than in” and that this is his “last year” at Anfield because there has been no update on an extension to his deal.Liverpool fans are desperate for a breakthrough to ensure Salah stays after 236 goals – including two at Bournemouth this weekend – and eight trophies in seven-and-a-half years.A move to Saudi Arabia continues to be on the cards after Al-Ittihad bid £170million for the forward in 2023. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd Salah’s recent conversation with Lineker will have done little to alleviate supporters’ fears. The outgoing Match of the Day host discussed his chat with the Liverpool star on his The Rest Is Football podcast. And it could suggest that Salah is leaning towards an exit.Lineker said: “He’s a lovely guy. I spent ten minutes with him when I went to visit Arne Slot [for a BBC interview].”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAlan Shearer replied: “Did you not get it out of him whether he’s staying or going or not?”And Lineker added: “He asked me, ‘How old were you when you finished?’Mo Salah calls out Jamie Carragher after Liverpool legend urged him to ‘take a leaf out of Virgil van Dijk’s book'”And I said, ‘Well, English football I finished when I was 32 and then I went to play in Japan for a couple of years.'”And he went, ‘Ah, you went for the money did you?'”And I said, ‘Well yeah I suppose so.'”And he went, ‘Yeah, I might do the same.’ Then he winked at the press guy that was there.”It was just a joke but he has got that cheeky sense of humour has Mo.”But Salah’s joke may have a hint of truth in it. Saudi chiefs are still determined to lure the Arab world’s greatest footballer to their mega-money league before he hangs up his boots.And they won’t want to wait any longer to sign their latest marquee transfer – and follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo. A whopping £65m payday for just two seasons in the desert is potentially on the cards to tempt Salah to the Saudi Pro League.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Turki Alalshikh, who has masterminded Saudi Arabia’s effective takeover of professional boxing, even fuelled speculation a deal could get done.He posted a mocked-up image of the two-time African Footballer of the Year in an Al-Hilal shirt.Turki Alalshikh posted this mocked-up image of Salah in an Al-Hilal shirtCredit: Facebook / TURKI ALALSHIKHFive Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More

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      Inside Liverpool stars’ night out in London’s West End as players celebrate extending title advantage at swanky venue

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      WHAT better way to celebrate ripping up the Prem than getting your teeth into a meal at the Pirana?Liverpool celebrated their nine-point title lead with a night-out at one of the trendiest restaurants in London’s West End.The Prem leaders chose the Pirana restaurant in LondonCredit: w8mediaTrent Alexander-Arnold looked particularly relaxedCredit: w8mediaWataru Endo and Dominik Szoboszlai were two of the more casually dressed players, with back-up keeper Caoimhin Kelleher in the backgroundCredit: w8mediaMo Salah’s huge smile gave away the fact he was the two-goal heroCredit: w8mediaMo Salah had pipped the Cherries with both goals in a 2-0 win on the South Coast.And hours after that victory at high-flying Bournemouth, Arne Slot’s men wore smiles as wide as their Prem advantage as they strolled into the Mayfair eatery.Salah, not surprisingly, had the biggest grin.And as the Reds arrived, most of them casually addressed, it was noticeable how relaxed they look.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDominik Szoboszlai rocked a flowery blue jacket, but Wataru Endo gave the midfielder a run for his money fashion-wise in a multi-zip green number.But many stars were happy in simple stuff like jeans and T-shirt at avenue that boasts “entertainment and a live DJ every night”.Curtis Jones added a denim top to that laidback look, and despite the wintry weather Trent Alexander-Arnold didn’t even wear a jacket.Pirana boasts a “delightful fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavours” – with prices from £8 for an Edamame beans starter to £440 for Beluga Caviar.Most read in FootballCurtis Jones cut a cool figure as he entered the eateryCredit: w8mediaAlexis Mac Allister shone in the 2-0 win at Bournemouth but was taken off soon after escaping a second bookingCredit: w8mediaLuis Diaz gave a slight nod to the club’s colours with this look, while Mac Allister peers out behind himCredit: w8mediaJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSYou could also pay £40 for Tuna Tartare or £50 for the “Premium Sushi” dishes of lobster and Wagyu beef.And if you really don’t mind getting hammered with the bill for wagyu, then you could go for the “Australian Tomahawk”… at £495.Bournemouth star Julian Araujo celebrates with fans in pub holding a pool cue after Southampton win despite not playingSome of those prices might not be down to earth.But the togetherness in the Liverpool squad, as well as the attitude of boss Slot, appears to be just that.After seeing off Bournemouth, the Dutchman said: “We had to play at the top of our abilities and needed luck to win this game. “They hit the bar or the post two times and they were constantly trying to force things. “They had other chances as well and I don’t think we actually controlled the game.”You could buy a salad at Pirana for £16, but you can’t put a price on Salah.He’s now the Prem’s sixth highest scorer ever on 178 goals, although Alan Shearer remains well clear at the top of the list on 260.And although the Egyptian’s future beyond this season is in doubt, Slot has no doubts over his value on the pitch.He argued: “The second goal was the difference between the two teams. It wasn’t an easy or a simple chance, the way Salah scores is so calm.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It shows you how much quality he has to win a game like this. The rest of the team and him worked so hard to keep the clean sheet.”Maybe all that concentration was why keeper Alisson appeared to have the most serious expression when he walked into the Pirana!Alisson had the most serious lookCredit: Credit: w8mediaVirgil van Dijk was smartly dressed, albeit with a yellow phoneCredit: Credit: w8media More

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      Arne Slot facing challenge to rebuild bridges with Darwin Nunez after Liverpool rejected mega-money Al Nassr bid

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      ARNE SLOT faces a challenge to build bridges with Darwin Nunez after Liverpool blocked a big-money transfer to Al Nassr this week.The Saudi Pro League club were keen on Nunez before finalising their £64million move for Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran, but Liverpool told them he was not for sale at any price.Liverpool rebuffed a possible big-money transfer for Darwin Nunez to Al NassrNunez has been out of Liverpool’s starting line-up for much of the season, and would have liked the chance to speak to Al Nassr.It was reported Liverpool rejected an initial £70m offer from a Saudi club earlier in the window.The Uruguayan striker – who Liverpool forked out £85m for from Benfica in 2022 – was left out of the squad for Liverpool’s Champions League defeat to PSV on Wednesday with Slot citing a minor illness.The 25-year-old was able to train yesterday and has travelled to Bournemouth with the rest of the squad ahead of Saturday’s Premier League fixture.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe is unlikely to start the game however, and his future at Anfield will be addressed in the summer.Nunez has scored six goals and provided four assists in 29 appearances in all competitions this season and speculation around a potential January exit has died down.Particularly since he came off the bench and scored a late double to guide Liverpool to a 2-0 stoppage time win at Brentford a fortnight ago.Squad depth is key as the Reds continue to pursue glory on all four fronts during Slot’s first season in charge.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSMeanwhile Brighton rejected a whopping £75million bid from Al-Nassr for Kaoru Mitoma this week.Duran leaves Villa Park after two years with the Premier League club.Duran has struggled to nail down a regular starting berth at Villa since joining from Chicago Fire in 2023.PSV beat much-changed Liverpool as Arne Slot’s side lose perfect record He has netted 12 goals in 29 games for Villa this season, with the majority of those appearances from the bench.The 21-year-old joins Al Nassr with the club currently third in the Saudi Pro League.Alongside Ronaldo, Duran will play alongside former Premier League stars Sadio Mane and Aymeric Laporte.Duran’s departure leaves Ollie Watkins as Villa’s only main striker, with the England international the subject of a bid from Arsenal this week. More

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      Former Liverpool and Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez lined up for shock management return with league and cup champions

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      RAFA BENITEZ is being lined up for a return to management in a country he has never coached in before.The former Liverpool and Newcastle boss has been out of work since leaving Celta Vigo in March 2024. Rafa Benitez is being lined up for a return to management with Brazilian side BotafogoCredit: APAccording to the Daily Mail, Benitez is down to the final two candidates to manage Copa Libertadores champions Botafogo.He is said to be in advanced talks with the Brazilian club – which is owned by Crystal Palace majority shareholder John Textor.The job is still vacant after Artur Jorge left the club in December – since joining Qatari side Al Rayyan. Benitez is believed to have impressed leading members of Botafogo’s hierarchy – leaving him in pole position to take the role.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPortuguese coach Vasco Matos and Argentine Tato Martino are also other contenders linked with the job. Benitez made his name winning two LaLiga titles with Valencia in Spain. He then joined Liverpool in 2004 – guiding them to a famous Champions League trophy that season. Benitez left Liverpool with an FA Cup also to his name and later joined Inter Milan. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe returned to England with Chelsea on an interim basis in 2012 – departing with a Europa League trophy.Benitez had further stints with Napoli, Real Madrid, Newcastle, Dalian Pro in China, Everton and most recently Celta Vigo. He was sacked by Celta Vigo after just five wins and 24 points from 28 matches in eight months. Kris Boyd says common sense has prevailed after Mohamed Diomande won his red card appeal More