Published 15 April 2015 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Liverpool FC is considering what action to take against a supporter who branded two Muslim fans "a disgrace" for praying during half-time at a match. Stephen Dodd tweeted an image of solicitors Asif Bodi and Abubakar Bhula on prayer mats in a stairwell. He captioned the tweet: "Muslims praying at half time at the match yesterday. Disgrace." The Premier League club reported the tweet to Merseyside Police following a number of complaints. A number of social media users shared the photograph, taken during Liverpool's FA Cup quarter-final against Blackburn on 8 March. In a statement it said police had now referred the issue back to the club, which was "currently in the process of determining the appropriate action to take". 'Welcoming environment' It added: "Liverpool Football Club would like to … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC considers action over Muslim prayer tweet
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Mohamed Salah signs long-term Liverpool contract to put end to saga
Liverpool have announced the signing of Mohamed Salah on a long term deal. After months of speculation, the Reds have finally got their star player to put pen to paper and prolong his time at Anfield for three years. The attacker's agent, Ramy Abbas Issa, posted a laughing emoji on Friday afternoon. It was believed that the intermediary was winding the fans up. Then Liverpool's account quote-tweeted the agent's tweet with an emoji of a man with his hands across his face as if they were embarrassed. Salah, meanwhile, posted a picture of himself by the pool, in what seemed to be another dig at the club. READ MORE: Lad bumps into Fabinho on holiday - and organises a game of beach footy with him After the Reds posted a picture of the same area and Salah's top on the same couch he was posing in. It was then that people started to twig something was afoot. The club posted a statement that read: "Liverpool FC are delighted to announce Mohamed Salah has signed a new long-term … [Read more...] about Mohamed Salah signs long-term Liverpool contract to put end to saga
Mohamed Salah: Why new Liverpool deal goes beyond football
By Rumeana Jahangir Published 11 hours ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Ask any Liverpool fan what they think of Mohamed Salah's new contract and you will get a mixture of relief and joy that he will be "running down the wing" for another three years. In his first season after moving from Italian club Roma in 2017, the "Egyptian King" was the Premier League's top scorer, and he then went on to help the club become European and English champions. But he's won as many - if not more - plaudits for his persona and conduct off the pitch, helping to change perceptions of elite footballers and break cultural boundaries. His charitable contributions - to education, healthcare and animal rights projects - have won praise and prompted a former football communications officer to remark that he has "never forgotten his roots". But it was his act of prostrating in prayer … [Read more...] about Mohamed Salah: Why new Liverpool deal goes beyond football
How Mohamed Salah won Liverpool contract battle after Sadio Mane helping hand
To the untrained eye, Mohamed Salah's future looked uncertain right up until, oh, maybe 10 minutes before he signed his new deal with Liverpool . The Egyptian forward starred for the Reds last season, helping them win both domestic cups while coming dangerously close to what would have been an unprecedented quadruple. However, until his contract extension was made official, there was always doubt, with fans reading all kinds of things into a cryptic tweet from the player's agent. There were some, too, who might not have begrudged him leaving. Had he not won everything there was to win with Liverpool? Would a new challenge - however he interpreted such a phrase - not be warranted? After all, this was some of the language used to justify Sadio Mane's decision to trade Anfield for Bayern Munich's Allianz Arena . As Liverpool prepare for more years of Salah, though, one wonders whether Mane's decision helped his former teammate. While June 2023 was looming large for … [Read more...] about How Mohamed Salah won Liverpool contract battle after Sadio Mane helping hand
Liverpool news: Mohamed Salah salary contract clause as Jurgen Klopp makes admission
As much as Liverpool supporters will be excited about what new players Darwin Nunez, Fabio Carvalho and Calvin Ramsey can offer in the coming months and years, the club made its best signing of the summer on Friday - Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian signed a new three-year contract at Anfield, putting an end to a prolonged spell of speculation. Salah's previous terms were to run out at the end of the coming campaign, meaning there were fears over him possibly leaving on a free transfer next summer. Now the focus will turn towards the new season and with Salah's future secured, the first-team squad and manager Jurgen Klopp will no doubt be boosted when they rock up for the first day of training after a much-needed break. Mirror Sport has the latest Liverpool news. Can Salah get even better at Liverpool after putting speculation over his future to bed? Let us know in the comments section below! Salah contract clause It has been widely reported that Salah's new deal will … [Read more...] about Liverpool news: Mohamed Salah salary contract clause as Jurgen Klopp makes admission
Sadio Mane breaks silence on Liverpool exit and decision to join Bayern Munich
Sadio Mane claims he is joining a ‘very, very competitive team’ in Bayern Munich and admits it didn’t take him long to decide to leave Liverpool. The Senegal international has been one of Liverpool’s key players during Jurgen Klopp ’s reign, helping the club win six trophies including the Premier League and the Champions League . But Mane has opted to leave Liverpool at the start of the transfer window and is now on the verge of joining Bayern Munich in a €41 million (£35.1m) deal. ‘When my agent first told me about Bayern’s interest, I was immediately excited,’ Mane said in an interview with Bild. ‘I saw myself there right away. For me it was the right club at the right time. ‘It’s one of the biggest clubs in the world and the team is always fighting for every title. So for me it was a very good idea and the right decision to come here.’ Asked why he made a quick decision to join Bayern, Mane said: ‘My agent told me that there were enquiries from other … [Read more...] about Sadio Mane breaks silence on Liverpool exit and decision to join Bayern Munich
Sadio Mane completes Bayern transfer after sending emotional text to pals at Liverpool
Sadio Mane sent an emotional text to his colleagues at Liverpool before completing his transfer to Bayern Munich . The £35.1million move has been officially confirmed by the two clubs, with Mane sitting down for a farewell interview with the Reds after six years of service in which he won the Premier League, Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, FA Cup, Carabao Cup and UEFA Super Cup. When asked about his departure, he told the club website : "After when both clubs agreed, I sent a long text to say goodbye to everybody, which is normal. They were sad, as I was, but it is part of life. We just have to accept it." READ MORE: Sadio Mane opens up on Bayern Munich transfer after "enquiries from other clubs" The 30-year-old winger registered 120 goals and 38 assists in 268 games for Jurgen Klopp's side after joining from Southampton in 2016. Picking out his Liverpool highlight, Mane said: "Wow! I think it’s good but not a difficult question I will say. I will go first … [Read more...] about Sadio Mane completes Bayern transfer after sending emotional text to pals at Liverpool
Ex-Liverpool ace Jose Enrique brutally trolls Man Utd after Christian Eriksen ‘rejects’ Red Devils
Former Liverpool ace Jose Enrique has brutally trolled Manchester United following reports Christian Eriksen has rejected a move to the Red Devils. The former full-back, 36, has not been one to shy away from the limelight since his retirement, having already hit the headlines for seemingly fat-shaming United's Luke Shaw and poking fun at Merseyside rivals Everton . Enrique made 99 appearances during a five-year spell at Anfield and was once again quick to stick the knife into United after reports emerged from The Guardian that transfer target Eriksen had snubbed a move to Old Trafford. "Christian Eriksen has rejected Manchester United's offer and prefers to either stay with Brentford or join Tottenham," he tweeted to his 228,800 followers. "Another player rejects a move to Man United this summer... Ata legooooooooooo." READ MORE: Man Utd suffering Anthony Martial 'nightmare' due to French flop's wages Eriksen, 30, will be available on a free transfer this summer … [Read more...] about Ex-Liverpool ace Jose Enrique brutally trolls Man Utd after Christian Eriksen ‘rejects’ Red Devils
Liverpool hero Steve McManaman explains why Gabriel Jesus will snub Chelsea and Tottenham to join Arsenal
Liverpool hero Steve McManaman has explained why he believes Gabriel Jesus will snub Chelsea and Tottenham to join Arsenal this summer. The Manchester City striker is open to a summer move after seeing Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez arrive at the Etihad. Jesus has scored 95 goals in 236 appearances for City and helped the club win four Premier League titles since his move from Palmeiras in 2016. Arsenal want to sign Jesus as they look to replace Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette and are currently in talks with Man City over a deal . But the Gunners face competition from Chelsea and Tottenham, who are both also interested in bringing Jesus to London this summer . Thomas Tuchel is expected to sign a new striker as Romelu Lukaku closes in on a return to Inter Milan, while Antonio Conte is keen to bolster his squad ahead of Spurs’ return to the Champions League. Arsenal will not feature in Europe’s biggest club competition after … [Read more...] about Liverpool hero Steve McManaman explains why Gabriel Jesus will snub Chelsea and Tottenham to join Arsenal
Stewart Downing names the two clubs that will challenge Manchester City and Liverpool for the title next season
Stewart Downing has named the two clubs he believes will challenge Manchester City and Liverpool for the Premier League title next season. Man City and Liverpool have enjoyed a fascinating rivalry in recent years, with the Premier League trophy heading to the Etihad or Anfield in five successive seasons. Pep Guardiola is responsible for four of those title triumphs, with his Manchester City side finishing one point above Liverpool last season to clinch their sixth title since 2012. Man City and Liverpool pulled well clear of their rivals during the 2021-22 campaign but former England winger Downing believes Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp could face greater competition next season. The ex-Premier League star has backed Chelsea and Tottenham, who finished third and fourth respectively last term, to emerge as title contenders, overlooking Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal and Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United, who finished fifth and sixth. ‘I can see Chelsea being the club to … [Read more...] about Stewart Downing names the two clubs that will challenge Manchester City and Liverpool for the title next season