Richard Keys is convinced Arne Slott will not take over as Liverpool manager next season.
Following a tumultuous week at Anfield, the veteran broadcaster has made his boldest claim yet regarding the manager’s future, claiming a full-blown dressing room revolt is underway.
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Richard Keys and Andy Gray react to Mohamed Salah’s comments
The controversy erupted after Liverpool’s 4-2 defeat at Aston Villa, with Mohamed Salah issuing a scathing statement on social media.
Salah publicly called for a return to the “heavy metal” football of old, indirectly questioning the club’s current identity under Slott’s regime.
Reacting to beIN Sports with Andy Gray, Richard Keys pulled no punches and suggested the Egyptian King’s words were indicative of deeper issues on Merseyside.
“What he said is terrible, but what’s going on behind the scenes is even worse for me. It suggests that there are some serious problems in and around the locker room. As a group, the players seem to have lost faith in the coach.”
“Do you think 8 of his playing buddies liked this post? That doesn’t help Arne Slot.
“I’ve said it all along: I don’t think he’ll be in charge next season. I’m more convinced than ever of that.”
Will Mohamed Salah’s comments be the final nail in the coffin for Arne Slott?
Slott’s authority appears to have been seriously undermined, with 17 Liverpool players past and present liking Salah’s social media messages.
The public show of solidarity with Salah suggests the club’s tactical direction is facing internal rebellion.
Slott only won the Premier League title last year, but this season the Reds have collapsed under the weight of 12 league defeats and are struggling desperately to secure a top-four finish.
It’s not just his on-field performances that frustrate fans, but also Slot’s overall attitude, from his poor management and leadership traits to his comments in the media that have undermined Liverpool’s standing as a club.
The Dutchman is currently under increasing scrutiny as questions arise over the slot player’s dressing room support.
If Keys’ bold prediction comes true, the final whistle will not only mark the end of a difficult season, but also the end of Arne Slott’s tenure at Anfield.
