Liverpool are reportedly preparing to sack Arne Slot this week following another damaging Premier League setback against Fulham on Sunday.
The Reds looked set to claim a crucial away victory after Cody Gakpo’s late strike put them 2-1 ahead in stoppage time.
However, a stunning long-range equaliser from Harrison Reed denied Slot’s side all three points.
The draw has only intensified scrutiny on Slot, whose first season at Anfield has fallen well short of expectations.
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Liverpool currently sit fourth in the table, 14 points behind leaders Arsenal and alarmingly closer to mid-table than the title race.
Despite remaining in a Champions League qualification spot, the club hierarchy are said to be deeply concerned by a growing lack of identity, intensity and attacking spark.
James Pearce of The Athletic recently highlighted Liverpool’s “identity crisis”, with performances lacking the control and creativity that once defined them.
According to reports from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Liverpool have now made their “final decision” and Slot “will not continue beyond this week”.
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The report claims the 14-point deficit to Arsenal has been decisive, especially after heavy summer investment in the squad. Winning just 10 of 20 league matches has failed to meet internal benchmarks.
Liverpool’s board reportedly want not just results, but a clear, ambitious playing style capable of challenging at the very top again.
Slot admitted his frustration after the Fulham draw, conceding that too many points have slipped away late in matches this season, reports Football 365.
Former England striker Gary Lineker echoed those concerns, suggesting Liverpool are no longer playing well enough to “guarantee” wins.
Alan Shearer was even more blunt, stating the Reds are “nowhere near as good” as last season and are being punished accordingly.
If Slot is dismissed, Liverpool are expected to move quickly to appoint a successor, with the aim of salvaging their campaign and restoring momentum before the season drifts further off course.
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