Liverpool Board Stands by Arne Slot After 3-0 Defeat
Fabrizio Romano has shared an important update on Liverpool boss Arne Slot’s future following the club’s 3-0 loss to Manchester City — a result that has sparked frustration and doubt among supporters.
Despite the poor performance at the Etihad, which leaves Liverpool eight points behind league leaders Arsenal, Romano reports that the board has decided to keep faith in Slot.
“Liverpool are standing by Arne Slot,” Romano revealed. “The club believes in his long-term project and has no immediate plans to make managerial changes.”
Slot Under Scrutiny
Since taking over from Jurgen Klopp, Arne Slot has struggled to maintain consistency. After a bright start, recent defeats to Chelsea and Manchester City have raised concerns about his tactics and team selections — particularly his switch to a 3-4-3 system that some fans blame for disrupting Liverpool’s attacking rhythm.
One frustrated fan wrote on X:
“We went from pressing machines to passengers. Slot needs to wake up before it’s too late.”
Another commented:
“You don’t experiment against City. Klopp would never have allowed this.”
Inside the Board’s Meeting
According to Romano, Liverpool’s leadership — including FSG’s top executives — met on Sunday night to review Slot’s progress.
The board reportedly concluded that the team’s current struggles are part of a transitional phase, not entirely Slot’s fault.
“Liverpool see Arne Slot as a long-term project manager,” Romano explained. “They believe he needs more time to rebuild and shape the team in his image.”
However, the board expects noticeable improvement soon, with FSG keeping a close eye on results before the end of the year.
Fans Split Over the Decision
The news has divided supporters. Some argue that Slot deserves patience like Klopp received early in his tenure, while others fear the club may be slipping backward.
One fan posted:
“You can’t rebuild a top team in a few months. Slot deserves time.”
Another replied:
“This isn’t Feyenoord — we need results now, not experiments.”
The mixed reactions highlight the uncertainty hanging over Anfield as Liverpool navigate this new era.
What’s Next for Slot and Liverpool
Liverpool’s upcoming matches against Tottenham, Newcastle, and Aston Villa will be crucial for Slot’s future. According to Romano, FSG has set clear expectations for these games — and continued poor results could trigger a review of his position.
Slot, however, remains confident:
“This is a process,” he told reporters. “We know what went wrong and we’ll fix it. The players and staff believe in our vision.”
Conclusion
Liverpool’s board has chosen stability over upheaval — for now. Arne Slot keeps his job, backed by faith in his long-term project, but pressure is building fast. The next few weeks could determine whether that faith pays off or fades away.
