Mohamed Salah’s agent, Ramy Abbas, has broken his silence for the first time since the highly publicized dispute between the Egyptian forward and Liverpool, posting a provocative message on social media as questions about the player’s future continue to swirl. The controversy began last month when Salah publicly expressed his frustrations with the club, leaving supporters and pundits unsure about whether he would remain at Anfield.

The situation escalated after Salah was named on the bench for a third consecutive match, this time at Leeds United. Frustrated by his lack of playing time, the 33-year-old winger claimed that Liverpool had “thrown him under the bus” and suggested that someone within the organization was actively trying to force him out. Salah’s comments were unusually direct for a player of his stature, fueling speculation that his time at Liverpool could be nearing an end. Adding to the drama, he reportedly asked his family to attend Liverpool’s following game against Brighton, implying that it might be his final appearance for the club before leaving to join Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Following the initial outburst, Liverpool manager Arne Slot appeared to take steps toward reconciliation. After omitting Salah from the squad for the subsequent game against Inter Milan, Slot reinstated him for the Brighton fixture, signaling a willingness to repair the strained relationship. Despite his return to the team, Salah offered little clarity regarding his long-term plans, leaving fans uncertain about whether he would continue at Anfield. Various media reports have since suggested that the forward is likely to remain at Liverpool at least through January, though the situation remains delicate.

Ramy Abbas, who has previously been outspoken in defense of his client, took to social media during the New Year period to post a cryptic message, marking his first public statement since the controversy erupted. While he did not explicitly reference Salah or Liverpool in the post, the tone of the message drew attention from fans and media alike. On X, formerly known as Twitter, Abbas wrote: “Happy new year to everyone except to the slaves of machines with screens and the scum that use said machines to show off or seek attention.” The intended target of the statement remains unclear, but many Liverpool supporters interpreted it as a veiled reference to the tensions surrounding Salah’s relationship with the club.

The timing of Abbas’ post coincides with reports that he is scheduled to meet in person with Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes to discuss Salah’s future. With the Egyptian international currently away representing his country at AFCON, the meeting could prove pivotal in determining whether the player’s Anfield saga reaches a resolution or escalates further. Salah and Egypt are preparing to face Benin in the round of 16, keeping the winger focused on national duties while speculation about his club career continues.

As the situation develops, Liverpool fans are left in a state of uncertainty, torn between the desire to see one of their all-time greats remain and the worry that the fallout could lead to an unexpected departure. Abbas’ cryptic social media activity underscores the fact that, despite the manager’s apparent efforts to mend fences, tensions remain beneath the surface. Whether this is a temporary flare-up or a harbinger of a permanent split between Salah and Liverpool has yet to be seen, but the world of football is watching closely as both the player and his representative navigate one of the most delicate moments of his career.

With Salah’s participation in AFCON keeping him away from club matters, and Abbas hinting at frustration behind the scenes, the next few weeks could be decisive. Liverpool supporters, analysts, and journalists alike are eagerly awaiting clarity, understanding that whatever unfolds could have a lasting impact not just on Salah’s career, but on the squad and the club’s ambitions for the remainder of the season.