The Anfield club’s Premier League title defense is not going as planned, especially after £450m in new signings.
The problems on the field have been compounded by the drama off it, and Mo Salah’s hugely successful reign at the club will come to a premature end.
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It wasn’t supposed to be like this for Arne Slot, the Liverpool head coach who led them to the title at the first time of asking.
Will Liverpool decide to fire Slot?
Due to the adverse results his club has suffered this season, not to mention the inconsistency of performances, it has been suggested that a change could be made to the bench.
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It would represent a notable change in the FSG hierarchy if Slot left so soon after winning the title. But goodwill and patience will only last so long as results remain uneven.
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Slot has a contract until 2027, so it wouldn’t cost the club a fortune to do without his services. The identity of a potential successor at this time would be uncertain as there are few high-quality managers available.
But if Michael Edwards, Richard Hughes and Co. decide to make a change in the short term, then There is one name that stands out above all the others.
Gerrard really wants to return
Steven Gerrard will go down in history as perhaps the greatest player in the club’s history and, according to Football Insider, he would jump at the opportunity to succeed Slot, even on a provisional basis.
“Steven Gerrard is ‘very interested’ in returning to Liverpool and would find it very difficult to turn down an interim manager offer,” the report reads.
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“Gerrard would be willing to take the reins on an interim basis if the opportunity arose.”
Gerrard managed Rangers and Aston Villa before embarking on an adventure with Al Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League. He left his position earlier this year and has not taken another job since.
But he would be willing to end his exile to take over at Anfield. Gerrard also has extensive coaching experience at Liverpool and would undoubtedly bring genuine heart and passion to the role.
But first you have to focus on winning games. But if Slot can’t get this team firing consistently again, it could soon be time to send the SOS to Gerrard.