Liverpool boss Arne Slot finds himself under increasing scrutiny after his team suffered a sixth defeat in seven Premier League matches, falling to Nottingham Forest. Despite the mounting pressure, experts are hesitant to predict his dismissal just a season after leading the team to league glory.
The 47-year-old coach had a successful debut season, taking over from Jurgen Klopp and guiding Liverpool to the Premier League title. However, the 2025-26 campaign has presented challenges, with a disappointing 3-0 loss to Forest highlighting the team’s struggles.
Concerns have been raised as Liverpool’s performance has faltered despite significant squad reinvestment in the summer. With Slot mainly working with players he inherited from Klopp, doubts about his ability to turn the team’s fortunes around have surfaced.
Despite the difficult situation, pundits like Martin Keown believe Slot will not face the axe based on his previous accomplishments. While acknowledging the team’s current issues, Keown emphasized the remarkable turnaround Liverpool experienced under Slot last season.
Former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp echoed this sentiment, urging patience and understanding given the turbulent summer faced by Slot and his players. Despite the negativity surrounding the team’s recent results, Redknapp emphasized the need to assess the situation calmly and give the manager time to address the challenges ahead.
