Liverpool boss Arne Slot launched a blistering attack on one of his own players despite the Reds edging Arsenal in a tight contest. Speaking on camera to Fabrizio Romano at Anfield, Slot described the player’s brief appearance as “lazy” and declared it was time for the club to move on.
“Honestly, he must be sold this summer,” Slot fumed. “Signing him was a mistake—he does nothing right. Having him in the squad was a huge error.”
The manager’s anger was evident as he branded the player a liability, insisting both fans and the club agreed it was time to cut ties.
His remarks came straight after Liverpool’s 1–0 win, secured with a superb free-kick, but Slot’s focus quickly shifted from the result to the underperforming player, accusing him of showing “toxic indifference” and falling far short of expectations.
Supporters quickly joined the debate online. On Twitter, many echoed Slot’s frustration, demanding the player be offloaded. One post read: “If he’s that bad, get rid of him. There’s no place for laziness at Liverpool.”
Fan forums buzzed with speculation about whether this “failed signing” could be shipped out before the next campaign, with many admitting they felt let down after hoping for more.
What made Slot’s outburst stand out was its timing. Managers usually avoid criticising individuals so soon after a victory—but Slot made it clear that standards matter more than results
