Liverpool manager Arne Slot is facing intense scrutiny over his future at Anfield following a humiliating 4-1 defeat at home to PSV Eindhoven in a result that marks the club's ninth loss in just twelve matches.
Mounting Pressure at Anfield
The heavy loss against the Dutch side has amplified the pressure on the Dutch head coach, with serious questions now being asked about his position. The defeat on November 26, 2025, has left the Reds in a precarious situation, with problems mounting both domestically and in Europe.
Pundits Weigh In on Slot's Future
Former Liverpool star Steve McManaman has publicly stated that it is "far too early" to consider sacking Arne Slot. McManaman pointed to the manager's past achievements and a potentially favourable run of upcoming fixtures as reasons for patience.
"I think it's far too early, what he's achieved and where he is now this year," McManaman said. "They will have to be knocked out of the Champions League and wallowing at the bottom of the league." He suggested that a match against Arsenal in the second week of January would be a more appropriate time for such a critical assessment.
Echoing the call for perspective but acknowledging the reality of modern football, former captain Steven Gerrard agreed with his ex-teammate. However, Gerrard conceded that "serious questions" are an inevitable consequence of poor results at a top club.
"That's the world we live in, that's football in the modern day," Gerrard stated. "You understand that if you're not getting the results, there is going to be serious questions asked... that comes with the territory especially at the top end."
A Club at a Crossroads
The analysis from both pundits highlights the difficult position Liverpool finds itself in. While there is a recognition that new signings have been hampered by injuries and have failed to improve the team's unbalanced look, the sheer weight of negative results is creating an unsustainable environment.
The 4-1 defeat to PSV at Anfield stands as a particularly low point, signalling that significant improvements are needed quickly if Arne Slot is to navigate through this period of intense pressure and retain his job.
