Liverpool boss Arne Slot is enduring the toughest spell of his Anfield reign, with seven defeats in ten matches casting doubt on his early success. The optimism that followed his title-winning debut season has quickly turned to anxiety — and fans are beginning to ask whether Slot can steady the ship.
Sunday’s crushing loss to Manchester City exposed familiar weaknesses that rivals have exploited week after week. Despite a £400 million summer overhaul, the reigning champions suddenly look fragile and uncertain — a far cry from the side that steamrolled the Premier League months ago.
Unlike the old days of long-term patience under Sir Alex Ferguson or even Jurgen Klopp’s early years, today’s football world is brutally impatient. And with results faltering, the Dutchman’s position could come under serious scrutiny.
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⚡ Who Could Replace Slot If Things Don’t Improve?
While Klopp’s name naturally emerges in any Liverpool conversation, the German himself has admitted a return is “technically possible” but unlikely. Fenway Sports Group are not known for knee-jerk sackings — they gave Brendan Rodgers time before eventually bringing Klopp in — but massive summer spending brings massive pressure.
The club invested heavily in Isak, Wirtz, Ekitike, Frimpong, and Kerkez, signaling ambition. However, those signings now raise questions: if the results don’t improve, could someone else get more out of this talented squad?
Reports suggest Liverpool’s next potential boss could come from an unexpected direction — and he’s already beaten Slot twice this season. Enter Oliver Glasner, the Austrian mastermind behind Crystal Palace’s stunning rise.
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🧠 Why Oliver Glasner Fits Liverpool Perfectly
Glasner’s 2-1 league win and 3-0 EFL Cup thrashing of Liverpool have made many sit up and take notice. His tactical setup, built on discipline and direct attacking transitions, has squeezed elite performances from a modest Palace squad.
Imagine those same principles applied to Liverpool’s high-caliber players. With Marc Guehi — who nearly joined Liverpool this summer — protecting the backline alongside Van Dijk and Konaté, and full-backs like Kerkez and Frimpong bombing forward like Palace’s Mitchell and Muñoz, the balance looks ideal.
In midfield, Szoboszlai and Gravenberch could provide the engine Glasner loves, freeing Florian Wirtz to roam between the lines — much like Eberechi Eze at Palace. Up front, Salah and Isak would mirror Mateta and Sarr, but with far more finishing power.
The result? A Liverpool team built for structure, rhythm, and explosiveness — something they desperately lack under Slot’s constant tinkering.
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🏆 Palace Know They Have a Gem
Of course, moving from a mid-table club to one that demands silverware every season is a major leap — just ask Graham Potter, whose Chelsea experiment collapsed under pressure. Still, Glasner’s tactical acumen and calm leadership have made him one of the most respected coaches in England.
Crystal Palace are reportedly desperate to keep him, aware they might lose a “world-class” mind to one of Europe’s giants. Whether Glasner’s loyalty or ambition wins out remains to be seen — but one thing is clear: if Liverpool do part ways with Slot, they could already have their ideal successor.
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