In a dramatic development, Liverpool manager Arne Slot has officially excluded two key first-team players from the club’s upcoming pre-season tour match against AC Milan, amid growing transfer uncertainty. According to multiple reports, both players have been informed they are no longer part of Slot’s plans moving forward.
The Situation
Sources close to the club reveal:
Both players had submitted transfer requests or made it clear they were exploring exits from Anfield this summer.
The board had reportedly pushed for compromise, hoping Slot would keep the players involved to preserve their market value or try to change their minds.
But Slot stood firm: “I want players who are fully committed no exceptions.”
The decision comes just days before the crucial pre-season clash against Milan, and is seen as a power move by Slot, who is quickly establishing authority in his first months at the helm.
Who Are the Players?
While their names haven’t been officially confirmed yet, speculation is swirling that the two players involved may be:
A high-profile winger or midfielder who has been linked with a move away in recent weeks
A senior squad member who’s fallen down the pecking order under the new regime
Expect confirmations soon from reputable sources like Fabrizio Romano or James Pearce.
Slot’s Ruthless Rebuild
This move sends a clear message: Arne Slot isn’t here to keep passengers. He’s building a new identity, and only players who are fully committed to his project will make the cut.
The Dutch manager has already begun reshaping the squad, with young talents like Hugo Ekitike, Jarell Quansah, and Trey Nyoni receiving more responsibility, while contract negotiations and sales for fringe players are accelerating.
Fans React:
“Love this mentality. No room for distractions!”
“Slot is setting the tone. We needed this kind of leadership.”
“Respect to the board for backing his authority.”
What’s Next?
The AC Milan match will feature a streamlined squad fully in line with Slot’s tactical vision.
Expect transfer activity to pick up quickly around the two excluded players, as Liverpool look to move them on before they become distractions.
Slot will likely address the decision in a press conference later this week
