Arne Slot continues to retain the full backing of the Liverpool hierarchy despite the Reds’ horrendous form over the past month.
That’s according to Fabrizio Romano, who’s provided an update on the LFC head coach as his team slumped to a fourth consecutive Premier League defeat last weekend, with the champions dropping to seventh in the table and with a seven-point gap to make up on leaders Arsenal.
From questions over the ‘body language’ of some senior players to unfounded allegations that some teammates may even have ‘had a row’ with each other, the Dutchman has been left with a stack of problems to try and resolve at Anfield.
Romano: Slot still has full confidence of Liverpool hierarchy
In an update on his eponymous YouTube channel, Romano outlined that the Liverpool hierarchy remain fully convinced that Slot will lead them out of their current slump, and that there’s no bad blood behind the scenes which could prompt a change in the dugout.
The Italian said: “What I wanted to say, guys, is that internally, the Liverpool hierarchy, the ownership – all the people at the club really, really trust Arne Slot. They are 100% convinced that Arne Slot is the best manager to handle this situation.
“Obviously it’s been a poor start to the season, but Liverpool are convinced that everything will be okay. It is going to take some time to assess the squad with the new signings, to change something, to be back to the attitude from last season, but Liverpool have full trust in Arne Slot.
“There is very good communication on a daily basis between the directors, all people at the club, in the management and Arne Slot. There is no problem, no bad relationship, no problems between the players and Arne Slot.
“Everything is under control. It’s really a tactical point and also mental, obviously, but there’s not a problem between Slot and the players or the management. They have full trust in Arne Slot.”
Slot is more than capable of reviving Liverpool’s fortunes
Slot isn’t immune to criticism over some of the decisions that he’s made in the past month regarding team selection, tactics and substitutions, but any notion that his job should be in danger is utterly preposterous.
Last season’s Premier League triumph is, of course, his overarching achievement, but he also deserves enormous credit for dealing with some tough situations at Anfield, one of which has been the most difficult imaginable.
Thr 47-year-old had to handle all sorts of noise regarding the contract situations of Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold throughout his first campaign in England, and since July he’s been faced with the extremely hard task of managing his players through the grieving process which has arisen from Diogo Jota’s death.
The past month has undoubtedly been catastrophic, but there’s still three quarters of the season remaining to instigate a turnaround and get Liverpool back on track to challenge for a second successive league title.
A month ago Ruben Amorim was reportedly on the brink of being sacked at Manchester United; now they’re in genuine contention for a Champions League finish. That illustrates how quickly fortunes can change in football, and Slot is more than capable of guiding the Reds out of their current tailspin.
Give him time. He will show his ruthless side again to steer the ship back to the right track. Success!
Please believe that it’s not going to be OK unless some changes are made. We need to change all the back four. Bring back the midfield Gravenberch, Mac Allister and Szoboszlai, and Salah to come on only as a substitute for the last 10-15 mins. Ekitike and Gagkpo should be starters
Utterly wrong and offensive, my friend.
Asking us to “please believe” such rubbish ?
Likely you’d receive short shrift from Arne and the team with that p.o.v.
Our squad is no way near Arsenal, City, Man U, etc gosh I could even go as far saying Spurs in terms of depth. Although it’s getting better and nearer to the aforementioned depths. What I want to say is Slot needs at least 2 more transfer windows to make this team his own before we start to see the real Slotball style of football in action. Plus, how come no one mentions other teams get more time in turnaround between matches where as LFC are having to play with only two days rest in between.
It’s fair to say, despite the big spending that LFC have made, we have issues of players approaching the end of their peak careers, as well as the other elements of bad luck with referees, lack of focus, injuries etc. at decisive moments in games.
It’s a constant rolling issue in an industry that moves players on around their mid-late thirties. Footballers and we, the fans have to accept it.
At this moment, after spending a lot up front, our defence is now under scrutiny.
Other clubs will face the same issues.
They can’t be fixed overnight because getting the right player is difficult due to other teams also wanting the best and contracts to other clubs have to be honoured or a fair deal is struck.
Our squad is undergoing transition, but despite the slump, we have a better squad than most you mention.
Certainly Spurs and Utd’s. Isn’t that a little over emotional, Mohammed ?
You may be right about Arne needing two more transfer windows to put his full vision on the pitch, but that again will depend on who he wants, their availability and their ability to fit into his system.
He’ll be working with Richard Hughes, I’m sure.
Hey ! We don’t have to worry about Carabou Cup matches now for turnarounds😉😉.
Every cloud !😄
Vast majority of managers in the Premier league would give there right arm to be in Arne Slitte predicament. This was always going to be a transitional season. We need to accept it, support the club and move on
To whom it is of concern.
Far too many people on here are giving the impression that because we have won a title and are now having a bad patch, it’s the end of the world !
We have great players, it will sort itself in time.
Fans’ patience, and not putting the club under unnecessary pressure with over-emotional doom-mongering is key to coming out of this dip in form.
Class is permanent and our players are class.
Just a bit of time is needed with returns from injuries, then maybe in January or the summer, some quality replacements for those getting past their peak fitness.
Another club winning the league this season is not a catastrophe, nor is it the end of Liverpool Football Club.