Revealed: Arne Slot faces 'final nail in the coffin' as Friday AM Liverpool sack update shared
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(Credit: Imago) Liverpool: Champions League failure will be the ‘final nail in the coffin’ for Arne Slot Fri 10 April 2026 11:15, UK Liverpool could be forced into a big decision regarding the future of Arne Slot if he fails to qualify for Champions League football, sources have told Football Insider.Frustrations surrounding the manager’s position have ramped up in recent weeks after a 4-0 defeat to Man City, followed by a 2-0 loss against Paris Saint-Germain.It is now extremely unlikely that the Reds will finish the season with any silverware, placing the emphasis firmly on the remainder of the Premier League season.However, as I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Slot is in a precarious position ahead of their tricky fixture list.Failure to finish in fifth place or above in their bid for Champions League qualification could force Liverpool to look for a new manager come the end of the season. 📋 Liverpool Manager News 📋 Get the inside track on the Anfield dugout with real-time updates on shortlisted candidates, live betting market shifts, and key boardroom decisions. VISIT THE MANAGER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Liverpool may be forced into Arne Slot sack decisionFootball Insider revealed on 6 April that Liverpool accept they may have to sack Slot this summer amid a growing disconnect with the supporters at Anfield.There are growing fears among the club’s hierarchy that the atmosphere is heading towards “toxic” as a result of what has been a frustrating season.Remaining FixturesHome / AwayFulhamHomePSGHomeEvertonAwayCrystal PalaceHomeMan UnitedAwayChelseaHomeAston VillaAwayBrentfordHomeLiverpool’s remaining fixtures in 2025-26.Should the supporters continue to vent their frustrations, and Liverpool miss out on Champions League football, it could be the final nail in the coffin for Slot.Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “Look, it’s getting harder and harder for Arne Slot to remain as Liverpool manager.“The focus is on trying to qualify for the Champions League and at least getting fifth place but that’s going to be a difficult task too.
They’ve got a tough run in, Liverpool. “It’s constant scrutiny on Slot right now as well, and as you said, it looks like they’re going to end up with no silverware this season.
“If they miss out qualifying for next season’s Champions League through their league finish, then that could be the final nail in the coffin for Slot.”Who is to blame if Slot is sacked by Liverpool?While performances under Slot have not been good enough this season, there is a growing feeling that he is not the only one to blame for the sudden dip.Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Liverpool’s star players must take the blame as they have thrown their manager under the bus.Credit: ImagoThe likes of Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah have been questioned for their declines this season, while other star names including Ibrahima Konate are under scrutiny.Despite his clear failings, there is a feeling that Slot cannot be solely to blame for the season’s poor turn, as his players have failed to stand up and be counted.Ultimately, the manager will take the blame for what could end up being a miserable season, but frustrations must also be directed elsewhere. 🔴 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.