The ‘Slot soap opera’ has come to an end. Liverpool have made the decision to get rid of Arne Slot as coach of the team grid. This open secret, which had been rumored throughout the season, was finally confirmed this Saturday.
In this way, Liverpool puts an end to a two-season relationship with Arne Slot at the head of the English team, in which he has been able to become Premier League champion. The former Feyenoord coach ends his time in England with a record of 66 wins, 18 draws and 29 losses.
After a strong summer in terms of market bets, the red team’s season has ended up being disappointing. The 481 million euros invested in stars like Isak or Wirtz have not ended up translating into trophies. Far from it, Liverpool finished a long way from hitting the metal this season. 5th classified in the Premier League, quarterfinals in the Champions League and Carabao Cup, in addition to losing in the first round in the FA Cup.
official statement
Having joined the club in June 2024, Arne claimed our 20th league title in his first season in charge, ending the 2024-25 campaign as LMA Coach of the Year, having also guided the team to the Carabao Cup final and the Champions League round of 16.
He subsequently oversaw qualification for the Champions League for the second consecutive season in 2025-26, when the Reds also reached the quarter-finals of the same competition.
In a joint statement, Liverpool’s owners highlighted their appreciation for the success that Arne brought to the club and also for the leadership shown during his two years at the helm: “It is clear that this was a difficult decision for us as a club. “The contribution Arne has made to Liverpool FC during his time with us has been significant, valuable and, most importantly for the fans and ourselves, a success.”
“As such, our appreciation for all he has accomplished is immense, not least because it is based on a work ethic, diligence and level of experience that further reinforces our view that he is a leader in his field.
From the first moment we met Arne, it was immediately clear that he is a person who not only accepts responsibility, but takes it on with passion. This was evident when he accepted the role of head coach, when he guided us to the Premier League title and throughout the season just completed, when he faced significant challenges and pressures.
“At the same time, we have collectively come to the conclusion that change is necessary for the club to continue moving forward. Once again, it is worth highlighting that this is not a decision that has been taken lightly, quite the opposite.”
“We would like to take this opportunity to record our gratitude to Arne, who will always hold a special place in the history of this football club as the manager who brought Liverpool their 20th league title.
“That achievement, all the more remarkable for having come in his first season at the helm, was based on exceptional training and leadership day in and day out.
“He also helped guide the club through one of the most difficult periods imaginable following the loss of Diogo. The compassion and humanity he showed throughout that time speaks volumes about him as a person.”
Therefore, we can only wish Arne the best in the next stage of his coaching career, and we trust that he will continue to achieve success. We do so knowing that his legacy at Liverpool remains intact and will become even more relevant in the years and decades to come.
However, the conclusion we have reached is based on the conviction that the best way to address the team’s trajectory is through a change of direction. This does not detract from the work Arne has done here, nor from the respect we have for him. Nor does it reflect his talent. Rather, it indicates the need for a different approach.
“Arne leaves with our thanks, a Premier League title under his belt and the knowledge that he and his family will always be welcome back at Anfield.”
