A year ago, Liverpool were celebrating one of the most significant achievements in their recent history. Arne Slot had delivered the Premier League title in his first season, and the club had drawn level with Manchester United on 20 league championships. There was a genuine belief that Liverpool were ready to build on that success. Fast forward twelve months, and the mood around the Kop has shifted dramatically. Their form has collapsed, confidence has drained away, and questions are now being asked about whether Slot is still the right man to lead the club.
Liverpool’s decline hasn’t been caused by one single issue. Instead, it has been a messy combination of injuries, players struggling for form, tactical uncertainty, and a summer that unsettled the squad long before the new campaign began.
The 2024/25 title win felt like a defining moment. While Manchester City and Arsenal faltered, Liverpool kept their composure and powered to the club’s second Premier League crown, matching Manchester United’s record of 20 league titles.
However, the momentum didn’t last. The summer of 2025 proved to be one of the most turbulent in years. Trent Alexander-Arnold, a lifelong Red and one of the club’s most influential modern players, left for Real Madrid on a free transfer. Luis Díaz and Darwin Núñez also departed, leaving Liverpool short of attacking depth. The tragic death of Diogo Jota shook the football world and had a profound emotional impact on the squad.
Despite the off‑field turmoil, Liverpool spent a record £420 million to rebuild. Big money signings such as Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, and Florian Wirtz arrived, alongside several defensive reinforcements. On paper, Slot had a squad capable of challenging again.
In reality, the season has gone in the opposite direction. Isak struggled to settle before suffering a long‑term injury, while Mohamed Salah’s output has dropped sharply from 29 league goals last season to just five this campaign. Defensively, Liverpool have looked disorganised and vulnerable, repeatedly conceding late goals, the collapse against Fulham being a prime example of their inability to see matches out.
With performances lacking identity and results continuing to slide, scrutiny on Slot is intensifying. Liverpool now face a crucial decision: trust the long‑term project, or act before the situation worsens.
Will Liverpool sack Arne Slot?
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