Liverpool’s season is threatening to spiral — and Arne Slot knows time is running out ⏳
After a chaotic 3–3 draw away at Leeds United, where the Reds twice threw away winning positions, Liverpool slipped down to ninth in the league, piling even more pressure on their new head coach.
But instead of the football doing the talking, it was Mohamed Salah’s explosive post-match comments that stole the headlines. The Egyptian admitted he felt “betrayed” after being left out amid the club’s poor run — words that sent shockwaves through Anfield ⚡
Now, with Liverpool heading to San Siro to face Inter Milan in a crucial Champions League clash on Tuesday night, Salah has been left at home, with the club confirming his absence on Monday as Slot attempts to cool the situation.
A win in Milan could ease the heat on the manager and push Liverpool closer to the Champions League top eight. But to stand any chance, Slot may need to make three ruthless selection calls — and they don’t involve Salah 👀
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🚨 Ibrahima Konaté — Time for a Breather?
Talking about Konaté’s form this season feels like déjà vu. Since the opening league game against Bournemouth, the French defender has struggled to rediscover his old dominance.
Uncertainty over his future appears to have affected his focus, yet Slot has continued to rely on him — largely due to limited options at centre-back.
Against Leeds, that faith backfired badly. With Liverpool cruising at 2–0, Konaté conceded a needless penalty that completely shifted the momentum and dragged Leeds back into the contest 😬
With Joe Gomez now fully fit, this might be the ideal moment to take Konaté out of the firing line. A fresh start for Gomez — and a reset for Konaté — could be the smarter move at the San Siro.
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❌ Florian Wirtz — Big Price, Quiet Impact
Wirtz has shown glimpses of quality lately, but for a player who arrived with a £115 million price tag, the numbers are worrying 📉
The German playmaker is still waiting for his first Liverpool goal, and has failed to record an assist in seven consecutive appearances, most of which were starts.
Inter, currently second in Serie A, are expected to control large spells of the game using their familiar 3-5-2 system. In such a tactical battle, Slot may be better served by fielding physical, box-to-box midfielders rather than an advanced creator who offers little defensive cover.
That reality could push Wirtz to the bench on Tuesday night.
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😤 Milos Kerkez — Fans Losing Patience
When Liverpool signed Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth, expectations were sky-high. Unfortunately, his performances so far have failed to justify the hype.
Erratic positioning, poor decision-making, and costly mistakes have made him a regular target of fan frustration — a symbol of Liverpool’s wider struggles this season.
Meanwhile, Andy Robertson reminded everyone of his class with a standout Champions League display against Real Madrid last month 🌟 Supporters immediately called for his reinstatement as first-choice left-back.
Slot ignored those calls — and Kerkez’s form hasn’t improved since.
With rotation likely and pressure mounting, Robertson now looks primed to reclaim his place for the clash in Milan.
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🔥 Final Verdict
Salah may dominate the headlines, but Liverpool’s problems run deeper. If Arne Slot wants to survive this growing storm, bold decisions are unavoidable.
Tuesday night at the San Siro could define his early reign — and these three selection calls might just decide his fate ⚖️👀
👉 What would YOU change in Liverpool’s lineup?
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