Sources: Liverpool’s owners make Arne Slot sack decision

Arne Slot continues to enjoy the backing of Liverpool’s ownership despite a difficult run of form, sources have told Football Insider. The Reds have lost six of their last seven Premier League matches and currently sit 11 points behind leaders Arsenal, heightening scrutiny on the Dutch manager.

Saturday’s 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest left Liverpool in 12th place, increasing pressure on Slot. However, sources indicate that there are no immediate plans to dismiss him, as he still retains significant credit with the club’s US owners.

Liverpool face a crucial run of fixtures in the coming weeks, with eight matches scheduled over just 31 days before the end of 2025. The club hierarchy expects Slot to deliver improved performances during this period.

Among the upcoming fixtures, Liverpool will travel to face PSV in the Champions League on Wednesday, 26 November, followed by Premier League clashes against West Ham United, Sunderland, and Leeds United. The results of these matches will be closely monitored as indicators of progress.

Slot is likely to be afforded additional leeway at Anfield, given his outstanding first season, when Liverpool secured the Premier League title with a 10-point margin over Arsenal. Historically, the club has been patient with managers and generally avoids mid-season sackings where possible.

Nevertheless, sources suggest that the ownership may be forced to take action if performances do not improve. The next few weeks are therefore critical for Slot’s position and for Liverpool’s ambitions this season.

Meanwhile, changes could occur within Slot’s coaching staff. Giovanni van Bronckhorst, who joined Liverpool over the summer to replace John Heitinga, is reportedly under consideration for the Indonesia managerial vacancy following Patrick Kluivert’s dismissal. The Indonesian Football Federation is seeking a new head coach after failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, and Van Bronckhorst’s potential departure could impact Slot’s setup at Anfield.