Tyler Morton may have hinted at what Liverpool supporters feared about Arne Slot

Tyler Morton May Have Hinted at What Liverpool Supporters Feared About Arne Slot

Former Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton has opened up about his frustrating final season at Anfield under new manager Arne Slot, revealing a perceived lack of trust that fueled his departure to Lyon. After 17 years with the club, Morton played just 253 minutes across five appearances in the 2024/25 season before making a permanent move last summer.[1]

Speaking to SPORTbible, Morton addressed whether Slot rated his abilities. "I think he thought I was a good player, but I don’t feel the trust was there as much," he said. "In my opinion, the limited opportunities were down to trust and not ability."[1] He emphasized his desire for any playing time, even as a substitute in the Premier League, but felt overlooked despite his efforts.

A pivotal moment came during a Champions League dead rubber against PSV, where Slot chose James McConnell to start over Morton, who got only 39 minutes off the bench. "That’s when pure frustration kicked in," Morton admitted. He had played through shoulder pain for the chance, having scheduled surgery shortly after, yet was left disappointed.[1]

Morton contrasted Slot's approach with Jürgen Klopp's, hinting at differing management styles in handling squad players. This has sparked concern among Liverpool fans, who fear Slot may not instill the same faith in young talents as his predecessor, potentially confirming supporters' worst fears about a shift in youth development.[2]

Despite the setbacks, Morton is thriving at Lyon as a midfield regular. "I’m really proud of myself for getting through last season and getting myself to this position," he reflected, putting his Anfield frustrations behind him.[1]

The 22-year-old's candid comments have reignited debates over Slot's integration of academy products, with fans questioning if trust issues could hinder Liverpool's promising pipeline.[2][3]

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