Mohamed Salah embraced his inner Star Wars fan while cruising in his brand-new Bentley Continental, valued at £160,000. The Liverpool star made headlines this week after his winning effort helped the team extend its lead in the Premier League with a victory over Brighton.
Despite facing scrutiny over accusations of diving, Salah won a penalty for Jurgen Klopp’s side. He kept a low profile during a lunch outing in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, dressed in a heavy cardigan that drew comparisons to Star Wars characters as he pulled the knitwear over his head before speeding off in his luxury vehicle.
Salah’s penalty against Brighton marked his third in recent months, amidst criticism following his performances against Newcastle and Arsenal. Teammate Jordan Henderson came to Salah’s defense, urging him to respond on the pitch, similar to how former teammate Luis Suarez did.
“By doing so, he will improve his condition,” Henderson stated. “He isn’t worried about it. I’m convinced he’s strong, and he is. With rising criticism, his desire to counter his critics will grow. People should show him appreciation when he visits away grounds.”
Henderson also emphasized that Salah’s recent penalty was undeniable, stating, “That is not a topic for discussion. I believe distant grounds would appreciate what they observe.”
Following Liverpool’s win over Brighton, which secured a seven-point lead before Manchester City’s victory over Wolves, Henderson noted the importance of maintaining their momentum. “We are keeping significantly more clean sheets, which is enormous. If we want to win trophies, we must sustain this until the end of the season,” he added.
As Salah continues to shine on the pitch, his new Bentley serves as a symbol of his success amid the ongoing diving controversy.