Liverpool’s bright start under Arne Slot has dimmed fast. Seven defeats in ten matches have left fans questioning whether the Dutchman can sustain his early success. The 3–0 loss to Manchester City exposed major flaws — defensive disorganisation, lack of control, and predictable attacking play — all signs that the team’s balance has crumbled.
Slot’s debut season brought optimism, but patience is running thin. Liverpool’s £400 million summer investment raised expectations, yet new signings are still settling, and the team seems caught between Klopp’s intensity and Slot’s possession-based ideals.
Fenway Sports Group are known for patience, but this time, stakes are higher. Quiet conversations about alternatives have already begun — and one name stands out: Oliver Glasner.
The Austrian has transformed Crystal Palace into one of the Premier League’s most disciplined and tactically sharp sides. His compact, counter-attacking setup has already outclassed Liverpool twice this season, showing exactly what Slot’s team currently lack — control, cohesion, and consistency.
Glasner’s preferred 3-4-2-1 system would fit Liverpool’s squad seamlessly. Van Dijk could marshal a back three with Kerkez and Frimpong as wing-backs, Szoboszlai and Gravenberch driving midfield, and Salah and Isak thriving up front. His methods emphasise discipline and quick transitions — traits that echo Klopp’s best Liverpool sides.
Unlike many rising coaches, Glasner has proven himself across leagues — winning the Europa League with Frankfurt and turning Palace into a modern, fearless side. His focus on structure, balance, and player development aligns perfectly with Liverpool’s long-term philosophy.
Slot still has time to turn things around, but if results don’t improve, Liverpool may have to look forward rather than backward. In that case, Oliver Glasner could be the ideal successor — a modern, world-class tactician capable of restoring belief and structure at Anfield
