Liverpool risk Rio Ngumoha exit after PSG snub, and Arne Slot will be to blame
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Credit: Imago Wed 15 April 2026 7:45, UK Liverpool continue to develop some incredible talents at Anfield, but Rio Ngumoha keeps being overlooked by the manager this season.Despite scoring the dramatic winner against Newcastle United back in August, the 17-year-old has been handed just two Premier League starts, with questions being fired at Arne Slot.He was finally allowed to start on Saturday, 11 April, with Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak both on the bench against Fulham, and he took the chance with both hands, firing home the opener.While all supporters at Anfield expected nothing less from the young attacker, it was yet another moment which brought pressure on the manager and also triggered questions about Ngumoha’s future. ✈️ Liverpool Transfer News ✈️ Breaking news on deals in progress, latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Anfield boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Rio Ngumoha keeps being left out, and Arne Slot must answer for itVery few would have expected such a quick development, but since the 17-year-old burst onto the scene earlier this season, fans have been calling for him to be given more minutes.Sadly, against PSG on Tuesday, 14 April, he found himself back on the bench, and even after Ekitike was stretchered off the pitch, Slot turned to Mohamed Salah, who has struggled to find form for weeks.Ngumoha, on the other hand, was forced to wait until the 67th minute, just moments before Ousmane Dembele put the tie to bed, giving him very little chance to make an impact on the game.Rio Ngumoha vs PSGStats [FotMob]Minutes played23Touches20Expected goals (xG)0.10Chances created2Shot accuracy33% (1/3)Successful dribbles25% (1/4)Recoveries2Ground duels won40% (2/5)Fans were calling for the teenager to be brought on much earlier, and had the manager listened, the result might have been a little different.
But yet again, Slot clearly knew best.Liverpool sacking the manager could save more than just prideWe all know that Slot is under severe pressure ahead of the summer, and after being knocked out of the Champions League with ease, it might be a matter of time before he’s shown the door.That might be music to Ngumoha’s ears, given his continuous snubs at Anfield, and it might be a move that saves the club from losing one of, if not the biggest, young talents from the squad.Mick Brown told Football Insider that Liverpool might be prepared to accept an offer for the teenage gem, and at this rate, the Reds may have no choice but to let him leave.A loan deal would also make sense, but given how quickly he’s developed in such a short amount of time, it would benefit him greatly to settle down somewhere and become the star player there.Right now, that place doesn’t look like Liverpool. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.