Liverpool legend and pundit Gary Neville has sparked a storm ahead of today’s clash with Sunderland, declaring he won’t watch the game if Arne Slot benches one particular Liverpool player.
Neville reportedly believes this star has become central to Slot’s system — the engine driving the team’s creativity and momentum. Leaving him out, he argues, would be a tactical misstep that could disrupt Liverpool’s rhythm and even affect their title ambitions.
Sources say Neville was left frustrated during the previous match when the same player was surprisingly benched despite being fit and in top form. Fans were left puzzled, pundits questioned the decision, and Neville himself admitted he almost turned off the TV in disbelief.
With Sunderland coming into the match desperate for points, Neville insists Liverpool cannot afford to sideline their most dynamic and game-changing performer. He described the player as someone who brings “pure, weaponized chaos,” the kind that unsettles defenders and energizes the entire team. His message to Slot was clear: start him, or risk losing the support of fans and pundits alike.
The discussion has ignited Liverpool’s fanbase online. Many agree with Neville, criticizing what they see as excessive rotation, while others urge Slot to field his strongest XI consistently.
As kickoff approaches, all eyes are on Slot’s team selection. Will he stick to his original plan, or adjust to meet the expectations of Neville and the fans? Either way, tension is already at boiling point
