Liverpool’s performances this season have been disappointing and fans are starting to question manager Arne Slott’s future.
Despite currently on a solid three-game winning streak in the Premier League and with a strong chance of returning to the coveted Champions League places, the overall atmosphere surrounding Anfield still feels surprisingly flat.
They won the Premier League title last season but will end the season without a trophy.
The prevailing theory in recent weeks has been that manager Arne Slott would be given a lifeline and given another season to right the ship and rebuild.
But if the latest insights are to be believed, Fenway Sports Group (FSG) may have a very different plan in store.
Are Liverpool owners considering sacking Arne Slott?
ESPN pundit and former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley says Liverpool’s leaders are quietly preparing to take the ax.
Local reports in Merseyside claim Mr Slott’s job is safe for now, but Mr Burley insists it is all just media speculation.
“I doubt they’ll run with him next year, but I don’t think so.” Burley told presenter Dan Thomas.
“I think there are too many questions from above about spending money again and letting him spend (money).”
Dutch coach has failed in all competitions this season
Although this is a harsh assessment, it highlights a major risk.
After their disastrous recruitment mistakes last summer, Liverpool’s top brass know they cannot afford to make any more costly mistakes.
Injury problems have not helped Slott this season, but the manager has failed to make any signings despite spending heavily on reinforcements in the summer.
What fans don’t want to see at Anfield is the style of football. He has failed miserably, failing to produce results and failing to contribute to changing the overall atmosphere of the club.
Yes, Slot has been successful in stabilizing the team recently. Winning three league games in a row is no easy feat in a tense and high-pressure race for the top four. But for many supporters and critics alike, the overall decline has not truly been reversed.
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