Liverpool news: Arne Slot replacement shortlist emerges amid new triple contract dilemma

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The latest Liverpool news as Arne Slot faces pressure for Liverpool's poor start to the season while the Reds are facing another contract stand-offLiverpool's title defence has gone from bad to worse so far this season. The outcome means the Dutchman has even shelved any talk of a title challenge for now.With a tentative shortlist reportedly drawn up should Slot lose his job and a contract dilemma on the horizon for Liverpool, Mirror Football takes a look at the latest news from Anfield.Slot replacement shortlistWhile Slot continues to have the backing of the Liverpool hierarchy, a shortlist of contenders that could take his place should he lose his job at Anfield has materialised.READ MORE: Liverpool owners FSG 'suddenly pull out of £114m deal' due to two concernsREAD MORE: Harvey Elliott's Aston Villa nightmare, loan clause and chance of Liverpool returnAccording to the Daily Mail, prior to Fenway Sports Group's (FSG) decision to hire the Premier League-winning Dutchman, they entertained moves for the likes of Sebastian Hoeness of Stuttgart and former Brighton, and now Marseille coach, Roberto De Zerbi.Michel from Girona, Ernesto Valverde of Athletic Bilbao and Luciano Spalletti, then of Italy and now the Juventus boss were also considered.The report also namechecks Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner and Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola as names of interest.

Gravenberch has been the Reds' standout performer this season but comments from his agent linking the player with Real Madrid will worry Liverpool fans.“When Ryan was 16, Barca called us,” Gravenberch's agent said via the Mail. I know they’ve had their eye on him but now it’s impossible.”Asked about his future prior to playing against Madrid, Gravenberch said : “Obviously I’m happy here, we have to see.

We haven’t talked yet [about a new contract], but we will see.”Meanwhile, Mac Allister has reaffirmed his commitment to the Reds. It is said that Liverpool are keen to extend his contract until 2030 and reward his excellent performance with a pay rise, yet as with his two midfield colleagues, no contract is currently on the table for the Hungarian star.Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content.