Arne Slot has broken his silence and sent a direct message to Liverpool supporters just minutes after his shock sacking was officially confirmed by the club. The Dutch tactician has parted ways with the Premier League giants after a two-year tenure, following a disappointing second season that saw the Reds fail to secure any silverware.
Liverpool are set to appoint Andoni Iraola as their next manager following the departure of Arne Slot. The Reds have moved swiftly to identify the Spaniard as their preferred candidate, with negotiations expected to progress quickly.
Liverpool have confirmed that Arne Slot has departed the club with immediate effect. The former Reds manager, who has been under intense pressure after an underwhelming 2025-26 campaign, has been relieved of his duties, with Andoni Iraola the favourite to step in and replace the Dutchman at Anfield.
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has urged the Reds to "break the bank" for Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique as pressure continues to mount on Arne Slot. Following a disappointing Premier League campaign that saw Liverpool meekly surrender their title, questions are being asked about the future of the Dutch manager at Anfield.
The 2025-26 Premier League season is over, with top-flight players around England making their plans for the summer, whether they involve holidays or, for the lucky few, a chance to put on a show at the World Cup. Even those internationals will get the chance to switch off at some stage, but for their managers, the work never stops, with plans likely already being drawn up for the transfer window and next season.
Arne Slot has delivered a candid assessment of his second season at Liverpool, admitting that his decision-making has often fallen short. The Reds' underwhelming Premier League title defence concluded with a disappointing fifth-place finish, leaving the Dutch coach to reflect on a campaign defined by friction and misfortune.
The 2025-26 Premier League campaign drew to a tense conclusion on Sunday, as Tottenham scraped past Everton to consign West Ham to relegation in spite of a 3-0 victory over Leeds United. Meanwhile, in the north-east of England, Sunderland sensationally defeated Chelsea to secure a place in the Europa League, while simultaneously preventing the Club World Cup winners from qualifying for any form of continental competition next term.
Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz has defended his decision to endorse Mohamed Salah’s controversial social media post, which was widely interpreted as a swipe at manager Arne Slot. The Germany international dismissed suggestions of an internal squad rebellion, insisting the departing forward was merely offering an honest assessment after a turbulent season.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has refused to confirm whether Mohamed Salah will feature in Sunday's crucial season finale at Anfield, casting doubt over a final home appearance for the departing forward. The 33-year-old Egyptian icon is set to end his legendary nine-year spell on Merseyside this summer amidst an increasingly tense relationship with his head coach.
Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why comments from Mohamed Salah rock Liverpool like “hand grenades”, with the Egyptian superstar taking aim at Arne Slot and the Reds’ playing style. Having grown accustomed to competing for major silverware under Jurgen Klopp’s “heavy metal” regime, Salah has been delivering departing digs ahead of hitting free agency this summer.
John Arne Riise has explained to GOAL why Arne Slot appears set to fend off sack threats at Liverpool, with it being claimed that Xabi Alonso “would have waited” for the Reds if they were interested. The World Cup winner is heading back to the Premier League, but his next port of call will be Stamford Bridge with Chelsea - rather than the familiar surroundings of Anfield.
Manchester City are reportedly preparing for life after Pep Guardiola, but a former Liverpool star, Jermaine Pennant, believes the legendary coach should stay in the Northwest by making a move to Anfield. With current Liverpool boss Arne Slot under increasing pressure on Merseyside, the prospect of a sensational cross-rivalry appointment has been mooted.
When Mohamed Salah clashed with Jurgen Klopp after being taken off in a frustrating and costly draw with West Ham on April 27, 2024, the Egyptian decided against continuing the argument afterwards. As Salah told reporters as he passed through the mixed zone at the London Stadium, "If I speak, there will be fire", so the winger wisely kept his mouth shut, and his powder dry.
Wayne Rooney has launched a stinging attack on Mohamed Salah, labelling the Liverpool forward "selfish" and "disrespectful" following his latest public outburst against manager Arne Slot. The Manchester United legend has also called for the Egyptian to be sensationally axed from the squad for his final farewell at Anfield next weekend.
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has delivered a scathing assessment of the club's current state, suggesting that the "identity is gone" amid their woeful season under Arne Slot. The former captain's comments come in response to a provocative social media post from Mohamed Salah that has sent shockwaves through the Anfield hierarchy.
Mohamed Salah has appeared to question Arne Slot’s tactical direction at Liverpool, calling for the club to rediscover the "heavy metal" identity that defined the Jurgen Klopp era. The Egyptian forward’s comments come in the wake of a damaging 12th Premier League defeat of the season away at Aston Villa.
