Arne Slot thin ice and leaves Anfield sooner rather than later, and will then receive significant compensation from Liverpool.
In recent weeks, the atmosphere at Liverpool has become particularly tense due to the complicated situation the team is going through under Arne Slot’s leadership. Both in the Premier League, where the team is in twelfth place, and in the Champions League, where the club is in 13th place in the group stage, the results are far from the expectations set at the start of the season.
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Tomorrow, Sunday, there will be an away meeting at the London Stadium against West Ham.
The pressure on Slot continues to increase, and several voices within the club believe that his position is hanging by a thread. Liverpool’s board, which has previously shown patience and full confidence in the Dutchman’s project, has begun to take steps towards a possible change if the situation does not improve urgently. The next two games are crucial for the coach’s immediate future.
A performance far below expectations at Anfield
Liverpool’s start to the season has been marked by an inconsistency that is not characteristic of a club used to fighting for all titles. The lack of sharpness in the finishing, defensive problems and a style of play without spark have hindered the team’s performance.
In addition, there are several recent stumbles that have raised concerns. The fans, who are used to winning, have started to show their dissatisfaction, while some local analysts point out that the lack of identity in the game is the main reason for the team’s current poor form. Although the dressing room still supports Slot publicly, sources close to the club indicate that internal trust has been weakened.
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Two matches that will decide his future
The next two matchdays will be crucial for Arne Slot, who risks losing his job at a critical time. Liverpool’s board has reportedly set a scenario where if two more negative results occur in a row, the Dutch coach will be immediately sacked. The club does not want to prolong a situation that could jeopardize the goals of the season, especially in a season where expectations are high.
In both the Premier League and the Champions League, Liverpool need to diligently collect points to avoid falling behind. The upcoming games, away to West Ham and at home to Sunderland, will test the team’s ability to respond, as they have left too many doubts. Slot is aware of the ultimatum and prepares the matches as real finals.
An expensive kick for Liverpool
A possible dismissal of Arne Slot will not only have sporting consequences, but also financial ones. The manager signed a solid contract with the English club, including a termination clause that requires Liverpool to compensate him with £10 million at early exit, equivalent to around €11.5 million at the current exchange rate.
This compensation is one of the factors that has prevented the club from making a hasty decision. However, the sporting situation threatens to worsen if an immediate response is not taken, and the board understands that maintaining an unstable condition can be more costly than accepting the compensation payment. Anfield is watching with concern and expects an immediate reaction from a team that has yet to find its direction.
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