Reports have surfaced suggesting that Liverpool’s hierarchy is beginning to doubt Arne Slot’s ability to steer the team through its current challenges.
The Dutch manager, who made history by guiding Liverpool to a Premier League title in his debut season (2024/25), now finds himself under mounting pressure following a difficult start to the 2025/26 campaign.
Despite high expectations and a major £450 million summer overhaul—which saw the arrival of top talents such as Alexander Isak, Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez, Jeremie Frimpong, Giorgi Mamardashvili, and Giovanni Leoni—Liverpool have failed to find their rhythm. The team has suffered four consecutive defeats, including three in the league and one in the Champions League.
According to a report from Fichajes, the club’s leadership is increasingly questioning whether Slot can handle the growing pressure and deliver results with a squad built to win now rather than rebuild gradually. Sources suggest that criticism has even reached senior figures within the dressing room.
The report highlights that the Liverpool board is demanding a swift turnaround in form to protect the club’s long-term project. After last season’s title-winning campaign, expectations were naturally high, and the management wants to see immediate returns on their record-breaking investments.
While there are currently no indications that the club plans to dismiss Slot, patience may wear thin if results do not improve soon. The 47-year-old’s future could hinge on how quickly he restores confidence and consistency in the team.
Slot, whose contract runs until 2027, is reportedly hoping to secure an extension and a pay rise in the near future. However, his immediate priority is to stabilize performances and prove that he remains the right man to lead Liverpool’s ambitious project forward
