Liverpool manager Arne Slot has reportedly expressed outrage after learning that Manchester United have reached personal terms with one of Liverpool’s primary transfer targets ahead of the January window. The development has sparked tensions between the two Premier League giants, with Slot accusing United of crossing ethical boundaries in their pursuit of the player.
According to reports from multiple sources, Slot believes Liverpool were the first to approach the player and had already made significant progress in negotiations. The Dutch manager is said to feel betrayed by United’s actions and has called on their manager, Ruben Amorim, to show professional respect by stepping away from the deal.
Insiders claim Slot’s frustration reached a breaking point when he learned that the player’s representatives were already discussing contract details with Manchester United. He reportedly described the move as a “transfer hijack” and is now considering escalating the matter to FIFA if United proceed.
The controversy has stirred widespread debate among football fans, particularly within the Liverpool community. Supporters have taken to social media to demand action from the club, insisting that their rivals’ behavior amounts to tampering and undermines fair competition.
Meanwhile, Manchester United have remained silent on the accusations, focusing instead on strengthening their squad during what promises to be a highly competitive transfer window. The player at the center of the storm has yet to comment publicly, but sources close to him suggest he is weighing both offers carefully.
If the issue continues to develop, it could ignite one of the most dramatic transfer disputes of the season — a saga that may extend beyond the pitch and into football’s governing chambers.
