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Liverpool make Arne Slot sack decision after boss' private admission to friends

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Liverpool have made a decision on sacking Arne Slot after a below-par season. 09:43, Thu, Apr 2, 2026 Updated: 09:45, Thu, Apr 2, 2026 Arne Slot remains confident of turning fortunes around at Liverpool.



(Image: Getty)Arne Slot remains convinced he will turn Liverpool's fortunes around, with Anfield chiefs firmly supporting their manager. But that hasn't materialised, with Liverpool sitting 21 points adrift of leaders Arsenal and engaged in a battle to secure Champions League qualification next season.There has additionally been fierce criticism surrounding the displays of Slot's side this term, and they were jeered loudly following a draw with Tottenham at Anfield last month.This has all led to speculation about Slot's future at the club, especially if this season ends poorly.But The Times claim that the Liverpool hierarchy, including the club's Sporting Director Richard Hughes and FSG's Head of Football Michael Edwards, continue to back the manager.It is understood that numerous factors beyond the manager's influence have conspired against him this season.Liverpool invested heavily in Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike, but the trio have featured together for less than 90 minutes throughout the entire campaign.Wirtz has encountered difficulties with his performances during his debut season in English football, while Isak sustained a broken leg in December.Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong were similarly brought in during the summer, but haven't fulfilled their potential yet.Richard Hughes, sporting director and Michael Edwards, chief executive of football at Liverpool.

Liverpool FC news, fixtures, results and transfer gossip plus selected offers and competitions Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Slot himself is equally assured he will halt the decline, privately informing friends that he remains convinced he can reverse the situation.Nonetheless, Slot requires a strong finish to the season to maintain supporters' backing and faces a crucial month across three competitions.