Why Mo Salah’s recent social media update could be a cause for concern among Liverpool fans

Mohamed Salah’s subtle activity on X has stirred discussion among Liverpool fans following his muted display against Frankfurt.

Salah updates X profile amid dip in form
The 33-year-old has altered both his profile photo and header image on X (formerly Twitter), removing his Liverpool-themed banner and replacing his picture with one featuring his two children.

On the surface, that may seem trivial — but coming alongside visible frustration in recent weeks, it has been interpreted by many as a statement.

After being benched for a second straight Champions League game — a first since joining Liverpool — Salah appeared visibly irritated during the 5–1 victory in Germany, heading straight down the tunnel after the final whistle, according to Mail Sport’s Lewis Steele.

Despite registering three shots and an xG of 0.42 during his substitute appearance (via SofaScore), his decision to shoot instead of passing to Florian Wirtz for what could have been the German’s first Liverpool goal highlighted his growing tension.

This moment summed up a recent pattern — flashes of individualism creeping into the game of a player long known for his discipline and team-first mentality.

Liverpool need Salah firing again
No one doubts what Salah has given to the club — his goals, records, and consistency have defined Liverpool’s modern success. Yet even the greats go through difficult patches.

With three goals and three assists in twelve appearances, his output remains respectable, but the exceptionally high standards he’s set make every off moment stand out.

Jamie Carragher has even suggested that Salah’s place as an automatic starter might no longer be certain.

Now, Arne Slot faces the challenge of helping the Egyptian rediscover the right balance between confidence and teamwork as Liverpool look to build on the morale-boosting win that ended their four-game losing streak.

Fans inside Deutsche Bank Park made their feelings clear, chanting Salah’s name throughout — a show of loyalty that may not always be reflected online.

As speculation over his X profile change continues, the key question remains what happens next on the pitch. Liverpool need Salah fully focused, fully committed, and ready to deliver again — starting against Brentford this weekend.