Report: How Liverpool players reacted behind the scenes after hearing Mo Salah is leaving

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Mohamed Salah’s imminent Liverpool exit has reportedly triggered a quiet but emotional response inside the Anfield dressing room.Salah announced his intention to leave the Reds at the end of the season on Tuesday, with team-mates already braced for the news long before it surfaced publicly. According to The Athletic, the reaction has not been one of shock among the Liverpool players, but of sad reflection and resolve to send the Egyptian out on a high as they prepare for what comes next.

Is Mohamed Salah Liverpool’s greatest EVER player? Nine years of sheer brilliance are coming to an end… Photo Credit: Getty Images/Stuart Franklin – UEFA/Michael Regan Dressing room response reflects respect and quiet acceptanceNews of Salah’s impending departure had seemingly been anticipated internally, with players aware for some time that a summer exit was increasingly likely.

The 33-year-old’s relentless drive and desire to feature in every match had shaped that expectation, as it became clear he was still pushing for more than the current situation allowed.That understanding has helped soften the immediate impact, but it has not removed the emotional weight of the moment.Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP via Getty ImagesREAD MORE: Liverpool set for £100m-plus FFP boost after Mohamed Salah exit confirmedSalah is widely respected within the Liverpool squad, both for his consistency on the pitch and his standards behind the scenes, which has made the idea of losing him difficult to process.As The Athletic report, there is a shared feeling of ‘sadness’ among the group, reflecting his influence across multiple seasons. However, that sentiment has quickly been matched by a collective ‘determination’ to ensure Salah ‘goes out on a high’ in what is left of the campaign.With Liverpool still competing in both the FA Cup and Champions League this season, there remains a chance for the Egyptian King to end in the best possible way.Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox