Arne Slot Addresses Aaron Briggs’ Liverpool Exit – Stays Quiet on Replacement

Liverpool FC has officially confirmed the departure of first-team set-piece coach Aaron Briggs, just 18 months after he joined the club in July 2024. The announcement comes amid ongoing criticism of the team's defensive vulnerabilities from set pieces, with Liverpool conceding the most goals from such situations (excluding penalties) among Europe's top five leagues this season.[1]

Head coach Arne Slot addressed Briggs' exit directly but provided no details on a replacement, remaining tight-lipped on future plans for the role.[2] The club's official statement was brief—only three sentences long—offering no explanation for the departure, such as a move to another team or personal reasons.[1]

This news follows a positive run for Liverpool, who entered their New Year's Day clash with Leeds United at Anfield unbeaten in December 2025. Recent results have eased pressure on Slot, who has faced scrutiny over the defending Premier League champions' faltering title challenge. Despite this, set-piece issues persist: for instance, Wolverhampton Wanderers scored from a corner in a recent match.[1]

Liverpool remain in contention in all four competitions, and Slot will hope January 2026 proves productive as the team aims to strengthen in the second half of the season. Fans are watching closely for updates on who will take over set-piece duties to address the team's damning statistics and improve output.[1]

Briggs' short tenure highlights ongoing efforts to rectify tactical weaknesses at Anfield, even as the squad shows promise elsewhere. No successor has been named, leaving speculation rife among supporters.[1][2]

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