Journalist: Arne Slot’s job is under ‘big threat’ as Liverpool reach a ‘new low’ | OneFootball

Arne Slot Under Fire After Another Heavy Liverpool Defeat

Liverpool’s season has spiralled in a way few anticipated as Arne Slot’s title defence collapses under the weight of poor form, defensive frailty and growing uncertainty inside Anfield. The 4-1 humiliation at home to PSV in the UEFA Champions League has intensified the scrutiny on Slot and raised a serious question that felt unthinkable only months ago: can this manager realistically continue?

This discussion erupted again after David Lynch spoke to Dave Davis for Anfield Index, offering a sober assessment of Liverpool’s alarming slump. His words captured the mood of a fanbase that now sees its team sitting 12th in the Premier League, 11 points behind leaders Arsenal, and already out of the Carabao Cup. More worryingly, Liverpool have lost nine of their last 12 matches and conceded three or more goals in five of their last seven. Anfield, once a fortress, has hosted damaging scorelines including 0-3 defeats to Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest, before PSV delivered another painful blow.

Lynch’s Stark Assessment Of Slot’s Position

Lynch did not hold back when evaluating the gravity of the situation. His description felt measured but firm, grounded in evidence rather than emotion.

“It feels like we’re reaching the end point now and you don’t want to sound too dramatic or harsh and you always have to be respectful of the manager and his achievements last season, but it really was a new low.”

What stands out is his emphasis on shock. Liverpool’s Champions League form had suggested a reaction was coming, a routine win even. Instead, the performance collapsed.

“It didn’t feel like it was coming. I felt Liverpool would win comfortably based on their previous Champions League performances.”

That miscalculation reflects why this defeat has hit harder than previous setbacks. PSV did not merely compete, they controlled the tempo, picked Liverpool apart and exposed the fragility of a side unrecognisable from the group that surged to the title last season.

“But PSV came to Anfield and simply out-played Liverpool, which is really damning and leaves Slot’s job in huge threat.”

Defeats Piling Up And Patience Wearing Thin

The numbers are brutal in their clarity. A run of nine defeats in 12 games is disastrous for any club, let alone one that expected to challenge again. This is no longer about isolated errors or unfortunate moments. It is systemic, repeated and worsening.

“It’s hard to argue that he can continue now, that is how bad it was.”

Supporters have shown patience because Slot entered this season with both goodwill and proven credentials. But patience is not infinite. Results have stripped away the arguments that once protected him.

“That’s nine defeats in 12 games now. I understand he has faced problems, but at this stage of the season, things should not be this bad.”

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What Comes Next For Liverpool?

The club now face a crossroads. Sacking a manager months after he lifted the Premier League title would be extraordinary, yet so would accepting the current trajectory. Liverpool must decide whether a reset could salvage the season or if backing Slot through this storm offers a better long-term outcome.

Lynch’s comments reflect a sentiment that is growing louder. This situation demands clarity, leadership and a plan to stop the freefall. Liverpool must act decisively, whichever way they choose, because the slide is accelerating and belief is draining from a squad that once looked unstoppable.