Dutch media accuse Liverpool of 'ditching their culture' as Arne Slot fiercely defended

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SportFootballLiverpool FCDutch media have made their feelings clear about Arne Slot's sackingLiverpool have been accused of ditching their culture by sacking Arne Slot. Andoni Iraola is widely expected to replace him after leaving Bournemouth.While many Liverpool fans are on board with the decision to dispense with Slot, Dutch media have been more critical.

All the latest news and analysis from Anfield on the Liverpool Echo's dedicated LFC Facebook pageVoetbal International described it as a "premature end to a period that began with so much promise." They conceded that while Slot earned a legendary status in his debut season, his second year was marked by massive inconsistency.AD referenced the Reds' £450m spending spree last summer and how "major disappointments" like Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz "barely delivered and proved to be a costly miscalculation in hindsight."De Volkskrant said Slot's "biggest problem" was Mohamed Salah, who aimed several barbs at the manager during the season. They recalled Salah's "frontal attack" following the draw at Leeds and said his "authority had been undermined."There was also empathy regarding the circumstances Slot faced ahead of what proved to be his final season at the club.

That reflects comments Salah made in a social media post earlier this month, when he called for a return to the "heavy metal football" played under Jurgen Klopp.Iraola was already one of the bookmakers' favourites even before Slot was sacked, while Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann and PSG manager Luis Enrique are also high up in the odds.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign.In a statement, owners Fenway Sports Group said: "That this was a difficult decision for us to make as a club goes without saying."We would like to take this opportunity to place on record our appreciation for Arne, who will always hold a special place in the history of this football club as the coach who delivered Liverpool’s 20th league title."That accomplishment – made all the more remarkable as it arrived in his very first season in charge – was built on outstanding coaching and leadership every single day."Buy Blood Red, our monthly Liverpool FC print publication for just £3.50 by clicking hereChoose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Arne SlotLiverpool FC