Mohamed Salah believes Liverpool fans were harsh to boo Trent Alexander-Arnold and that the departing defender should be given the send-off "he deserves" before the end of the season.

Alexander-Arnold, who looks set to leave Anfield for Real Madrid on a free transfer in the summer, was booed by some Liverpool fans during last Sunday's 2-2 home draw against Arsenal.

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Premier League champions Liverpool play at Brighton on Monday and face Crystal Palace at Anfield in their final game.

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"I think somehow the fans were being harsh with him," Salah added.

"I think he didn’t deserve it at the time, he deserved the fans to treat him the best way possible because he gave it all to the fans.

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I think he deserves the best farewell leaving the club.

"I think he needed a new challenge
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