Salah made the revelation in a recent interview with France Football.
During their successful spell at Anfield, the Egyptian international was often the subject of accusations from some quarters who felt he was reluctant to pass the ball to Mane in advantageous attacking positions.
This perceived rivalry between two of Liverpool's key attacking players also manifested on the international stage. Mane's Senegal emerged victorious over Salah's Egypt in a tense final to lift the Africa Cup of Nations trophy.
"Yes, there was tension with Sadio," Salah confirmed in the interview.
He was quick to add, however, that their professional commitment to the team remained intact. "Mind you, we were professional until the end; I don’t think it affected the team."
Salah offered a human perspective on the dynamic, stating, "It’s human to want more, I understand that; he’s a competitor. Off the pitch, we weren’t very close, but we always respected each other."
Despite the acknowledged tension, Salah insisted that he paid little attention to suggestions that he had been "selfish" in his play alongside the Senegalese star, who now plays for Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr.
"People can think what they want; it’s their right. But I invite everyone to note that the person who provided Mané with the most assists is me," Salah pointed out, highlighting his contribution to Mane's goal tally during their time as teammates.
This statement serves as a direct rebuttal to the "selfish" claims, emphasizing his role in creating scoring opportunities for the Senegalese forward. The dynamic between two high-achieving and competitive players like Salah and Mane, while containing friction, ultimately contributed to Liverpool's success on the pitch.