'It's a huge problem' - Expert drops verdict on Liverpool potentially sacking Arne Slot

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(Credit: Hasan Karim, Breaking Media) Tue 11 November 2025 9:07, UK Arne Slot has overseen a shocking run of form at Liverpool in recent weeks and questions are now being asked of him and his star players.Liverpool lost 3-0 to Man City last time out, with the manner of the defeat seen as cause for concern, as the Reds looked miles off of their rivals on the pitch.That defeat extended their dismal run of form, and they have now lost five of their last six league games, despite hope their luck had turned after a 1-0 win against Real Madrid.Football Insider revealed on 31 October that Liverpool expect Slot to reverse their form sooner rather than later, with frustrations building behind the scenes.Pressure on the manager’s position is growing, not just amongst the fans but also at the club, and he is now in a very difficult situation.Credit: ImagoArne Slot facing Liverpool questions after sack verdictFootball Insider revealed on 26 October that Slot is not under immediate pressure at Liverpool, but frustrations have started to grow behind the scenes.Since then, those frustrations have only grown, and questions are being asked of the manager’s role, despite him having plenty of credit in the bank. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES That is according to former Man United and Blackburn chief scout Mick Brown, who is a longstanding ally of Sir Alex Ferguson and remains very well-connected within the game, as he exclusively told Football Insider that Slot will find it difficult to turn this form around if the players’ heads have dropped.“Who would’ve thought that Liverpool would go on a run like this,” he told Football Insider.“From the stability and almost invincibility they had about them last season, to now losing five out of six games in the Premier League, questions are always going to be asked.“Obviously, the manager has a lot of time on his side and credit in the bank.“I don’t think anybody expects them to make a rash decision about him after last season’s success.“But we all know how quickly things can change in football.

A defeat against Man City won’t ever be decisive, but it’s the manner of it that is a huge problem.“It’s very easy to lose rhythm and belief, but it’s very hard to get that back.“This type of run isn’t unheard of, it happened to Man City last season, but you do have to say the manager has to find a way to turn things around.“If they can put together two or three wins, that lifts the whole mood and all of a sudden things start going right again, it is just as simple as that.“But from the manager’s point of view, yes questions will be asked of him, especially if the run continues, but I don’t think there’s any concern about his future at Liverpool.”This comes after Brown told Football Insider on 20 October that Liverpool are concerned about Slot as a result of their recent poor form.Liverpool make Ibrahima Konate exit plan after Man City showFollowing the defeat against Man City, Slot is not the only one at Liverpool receiving plenty of backlash, as Liverpool fans called for Ibrahima Konate to be sold.The France international has been subject to speculation about his future, with less than a year remaining on his contract and constant links with a move to Real Madrid.Football Insider revealed on 5 October that Liverpool are still in talks with Konate over a new deal, but the lack of progress has led to concerns about his future.Credit: ImagoAs a result, Brown told Football Insider that Liverpool are preparing to lose Konate, but are not concerned about his future and feel they can upgrade on him.This comes amid links with the likes of Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa, with both England internationals tipped to step into Slot’s back line with relative ease.For more Liverpool and exclusive news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp Channel for instant updates to be sent straight to your phone.