Mohamed Salah embraced his inner Star Wars fan while driving his new Bentley Continental, valued at £160,000. The Liverpool star made headlines this week after his winning goal helped the team secure a victory over Brighton, extending their lead in the Premier League.

Despite facing scrutiny over accusations of diving, Salah earned a penalty for Jürgen Klopp’s side. He kept a low profile during a lunch outing in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, wearing 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, following criticism of his performances against Newcastle and Arsenal. Teammate Jordan Henderson defended Salah, encouraging him to respond on the pitch, reminiscent of former teammate Luis Suarez.

“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 indisputable, noting, “That is not a topic for discussion. I believe away grounds would appreciate what they observe.”

Following Liverpool’s win over Brighton, which gave them a seven-point lead before Manchester City’s victory over Wolves, Henderson highlighted 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 excel on the pitch, his new Bentley stands as a symbol of his success amid the ongoing diving controversy.