FSG's five-point plan to replace Liverpool boss and what it tells us this time round

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Fenway Sports Group set out five key criteria when recruiting Arne Slot as Jurgen Klopp's successor - and could use the same framework againWith pressure building on Arne Slot, Liverpool could be approaching another managerial shake-up. If that happens, Fenway Sports Group (FSG) might return to the recruitment framework that led them to appoint Slot as Jurgen Klopp's successor last year.Given the magnitude of Klopp's accomplishments at Anfield, identifying someone capable of filling his shoes was always going to be challenging.

Liverpool have a proud history of promoting youth players into the first team and a manager who shared that vision would help maintain the club's local connection while also potentially reducing transfer spending.Finally, FSG sought a manager who would adhere to their financial model. Ultimately, Liverpool turned to Feyenoord's Arne Slot - a choice some considered left-field given his comparatively lower profile.Although he lacked top European club experience, Slot's achievements in the Eredivisie stood out.

In 2022/23, he led Feyenoord to just their second league title of the century, followed by a KNVB Cup win - the Dutch equivalent of the FA Cup - the next season.He also demonstrated long-term credentials by turning Feyenoord into consistent title contenders and trusting young talents, most notably Tyrell Malacia, who joined Manchester United in 2022.Slot further proved he met FSG's key requirements by not complaining when Liverpool spent very little during his first season, showing full acceptance of the club's financial approach.After securing the Premier League last season, Slot expressed his desire to remain at Anfield long-term - another sign that he matched FSG's criteria. However, that commitment could be at risk if he cannot reverse Liverpool's recent decline.Mo Salah's explosive comments following Liverpool's 3-3 draw with Leeds on Saturday have intensified scrutiny.