The Premier League returned after the international break, but for Liverpool, nothing changed.<\/p>\n
They went into the break on the back of a 3-0 loss to Manchester City, and they resumed their league campaign with another 3-0 defeat \u2014 this time to Nottingham Forest.<\/p>\n
Even more concerning was that this latest setback came at Anfield, long regarded as Liverpool\u2019s fortress.<\/p>\n
It marked their sixth defeat in seven Premier League games, and for the first time this season, they have dropped into the bottom half of the table.<\/p>\n
Arne Slot accepts full blame for Liverpool\u2019s slump
\nSpeaking openly about Liverpool\u2019s dreadful form, Arne Slot admitted that his tactical decisions have failed to produce results.<\/p>\n
As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the Dutchman said:<\/p>\n
\u201cIf things go well or things go bad, it\u2019s always my responsibility. I tried to adjust a few things that didn\u2019t really work out.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have quality players. It\u2019s my job to get the best out of them. I am not at the moment. It\u2019s my responsibility.\u201d<\/p>\n
Liverpool looked like strong title favourites after their summer recruitment, but this sixth defeat now casts major doubt over their ability to challenge Arsenal and Manchester City.<\/p>\n
New signings struggling under Slot
\nThe lack of impact from Liverpool\u2019s new arrivals will be one of the biggest concerns for the club.<\/p>\n
Alexander Isak, who started against Forest, barely influenced the game and looked completely isolated up front.<\/p>\n
Milos Kerkez still seems a long way from being the finished product.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Ibrahima Konate\u2019s recent displays have raised alarm bells. The French defender has looked uncertain, short of ideas, and possibly distracted by his ongoing contract situation.<\/p>\n
Slot and his coaching team must find answers quickly, or even securing Champions League qualification could become a serious challenge.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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