Journalist Marcus Buckland has suggested, citing what he describes as a reliable source, that Arne Slot is expected to depart Liverpool at the conclusion of the current season.<\/p>\n
The Liverpool head coach has faced mounting criticism following a largely disappointing campaign, with Jamie Carragher warning that the 47-year-old\u2019s position could become untenable if the defending Premier League champions fail to secure qualification for next season\u2019s Champions League.<\/p>\n
As scrutiny around the Dutchman intensifies, reports indicate that Xabi Alonso would be eager to return to Anfield should the opportunity arise. The Spaniard, who was recently dismissed by Real Madrid, has also reportedly been sounded out by Tottenham Hotspur, according to Spurs insider Paul O\u2019Keefe.<\/p>\n
Journalist suggests Slot exit is already decided<\/p>\n
While discussing Alonso\u2019s potential links to Tottenham on The Tottenham Way podcast, Buckland implied that Slot\u2019s future at Liverpool may already be settled, regardless of how the remainder of the season unfolds.<\/p>\n
The Amazon Prime Video reporter said:
\n\u201cI\u2019ve been told by a good source that Arne Slot will leave Liverpool at the end of the season no matter what happens, which would mean Xabi Alonso is prepared to wait.\u201d<\/p>\n
Pressure mounting on Slot to turn things around<\/p>\n
If Liverpool were to miss out on Champions League qualification for the 2026\/27 season, it could remove any remaining control Slot has over his future, given the scale of disappointment that would represent for a side that began the campaign as reigning champions and many experts\u2019 title favourites.<\/p>\n
That said, Buckland\u2019s comments are notable in suggesting Slot could opt to leave Merseyside this summer even if Liverpool recover sufficiently to finish in the top four and enjoy a deep European run.<\/p>\n
Our view remains that the 47-year-old should be allowed to see out the season and attempt to guide the club back into the Champions League, rather than the club making a reactive mid-season change in the dugout.<\/p>\n
However, the goodwill earned from last season\u2019s title success is rapidly diminishing after four difficult months, and only a sustained run of positive results will reduce the speculation surrounding his role at Anfield.<\/p>\n
Liverpool will hope Slot can soon steer the team back towards the levels shown a year ago, easing concerns over Champions League qualification and, in turn, quietening the noise around his long-term future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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