Liverpool stars Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold were involved in a tense exchange during training ahead of their Champions League second-leg clash against Paris Saint-Germain.
Footage captured during an open training session showed the two players in a heated discussion before teammates stepped in to diffuse the situation.
Training ground disagreement
The incident occurred as Liverpool prepared for their crucial knockout fixture at Anfield, holding a narrow 1-0 advantage from the first leg in Paris.
A late goal from Harvey Elliott and a strong defensive display, led by goalkeeper Alisson Becker, secured the Reds’ advantage heading into the return leg.
During the session, Salah appeared to make a remark that Alexander-Arnold did not take well.
The right-back, visibly frustrated, engaged in a back-and-forth with the Egyptian forward before Ibrahima Konaté stepped in to separate them.
Harvey Elliott also intervened to calm Salah, but the exact cause of the disagreement remains unclear.
Liverpool’s focus on PSG
Despite the training ground tension, Liverpool’s focus remains on progressing to the Champions League quarter-finals.
A draw at Anfield would be enough for Jürgen Klopp’s side to advance, but PSG, boasting attacking firepower in Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé, will pose a significant challenge.
Manager Arne Slot will be keen to ensure that any rift between Salah and Alexander-Arnold does not affect team morale ahead of such a high-stakes encounter.
Dressing room disputes are not uncommon at elite clubs, particularly in competitive environments, and Liverpool will need unity as they face one of Europe’s most formidable sides.
Contract uncertainty adding to the pressure?
Beyond the immediate focus on PSG, speculation over player contracts could be contributing to underlying tensions.
Salah, Alexander-Arnold, and club captain Virgil van Dijk are all entering the final months of their Liverpool deals, with uncertainty surrounding their futures.
Recent reports have linked Alexander-Arnold with a potential move to Real Madrid, while Salah has long been the subject of interest from Saudi Arabian clubs.
Although neither player has publicly commented on their next steps, such speculation can create added pressure within a squad.
Looking ahead
Liverpool will be hoping to set aside any off-field distractions and deliver a strong performance against PSG.
With a spot in the Champions League quarter-finals at stake, the Reds cannot afford any disruptions in their preparations.
Klopp and his coaching staff will likely address the training ground altercation behind closed doors, ensuring that focus remains on securing progression in Europe’s premier competition.
