Premier League Club, Liverpool FC, have relieved Dutch pro football manager, Arne Slot, of his managerial position of the Reds with “immediate effect”.
The Club made known, it has commenced moves to find a replacement for the former Feyenoord manager.
Via the Club’s official website, in an official statement, Liverpool announced: “Liverpool FC can confirm Arne Slot is to depart his role as head coach with immediate effect and that the process to appoint a successor is under way.”
Slot moved to Anfield from Eredivisie side, Feyenoord, in 2024 and went ahead to deliver the Reds 20th Premier League title in his first season in control. The Dutchman finished the 2024/25 season as LMA Manager of the Year having also led Liverpool to the EFL Cup final and the last 16 of the Uefa Champions League.
In the 2025/26 season, Slot guided Liverpool through the Uefa Champions League, but, was knocked out in the quarter finals of the tournament.
Liverpool expressed gratitude to Slot for the success he has brought to the Club, as well as, his leadership in his two-year reign.
The Ownership of Liverpool said in a joint statement: “That this was a difficult decision for us to make as a club goes without saying. The contribution Arne has made to Liverpool FC in the time that he has been with us has been significant, meaningful and – most importantly of all to supporters and ourselves – successful.
“As such, our appreciation for everything he has achieved could not be greater, particularly as it was underpinned by a work ethic, a diligence and a level of expertise which further underlined our view that he is a leader in his field.
“He guided us to the Premier League title. At the same time, we have collectively come to the conclusion that change is necessary in order for the club to keep moving forward.
“We would like to take this opportunity to place on record our appreciation for Arne, who will always hold a special place in the history of this football club as the coach who delivered Liverpool’s 20th league title.
“We can only wish Arne well in the next stage of his coaching career. Nevertheless, the conclusion we have come to is built on a belief that the team’s trajectory is best addressed through a change of direction.
“Arne leaves with our gratitude, with a Premier League title to his name, and with the knowledge that he and his family will always be welcomed back at Anfield.”
Photo: Arne Slot
