As rumours continue to swirl regarding Arne Slot’s future as Liverpool’s head coach, reliable journalist James Pearce has dropped a fresh update.
On Thursday, various social media claims emerged regarding the sacking of Klopp, including from apparent freelance journalist Chris Royce, who said:
“The Liverpool board have decided NOT to continue with Arne Slot as manager for the 26/27 season. Having previously opted to give Slot more time to turn things around, the decision to sack Slot was made over the weekend following conversations with senior players.
“Slot is set to take change of Liverpool’s final game of the season on Sunday. The Liverpool board are looking to replace Slot with a Head Coach rather than a manager, hence the lack of interest in Xabi Alonso. No decision on Slot’s replacement has yet been made.”
Now, taking to X, The Athletic‘s Pearce has said that nothing has changed regarding Slot’s situation, dropping a 14-word post that says he will remain in charge of Liverpool:
“Liverpool’s position on Arne Slot remains unchanged – despite a day of social media rumours.”
Huge decisions for Liverpool and FSG to make with Arne Slot
This Pearce claim isn’t going to go down well with plenty of Liverpool fans who want to see Slot relieved of his duties this summer, following an unacceptable season.
Admittedly, it is refreshing to see loyalty being shown towards him, especially just a year after winning the Premier League title, but the bottom line is that it is hard to see him turning things around.
Slot’s lack of experience has shown this season, from tactical decisions to handling of players, not least Mohamed Salah, with the pair’s relationship seemingly falling apart.
If the Dutchman does end up staying, as appears to be the most likely outcome, it is important that the supporters get behind him next season, hopefully following a strong summer in the transfer market.
If Liverpool make a poor start to the 2026/27 campaign, though, it won’t take long at all for the knives to be out again, and ultimately, a change in head coach would still be best in the next few weeks.
