Journalist drops latest Arne Slot hint and possible replacement at Liverpool

Mar 24, 2026 - 10:00
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Journalist drops latest Arne Slot hint and possible replacement at Liverpool

Pressure continues to mount on Liverpool manager Arne Slot after the latest defeat against Brighton in the Premier League.

Journalist Kevin Palmer has claimed on X that Slot’s time could possibly coming to an end at Liverpool.

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The suggestion that “that might be the end” for the Dutchman has added fresh momentum to an already intense debate surrounding Liverpool’s direction after a difficult run of results.

Although the club has not issued any official statements indicating a managerial change is imminent, growing scrutiny from supporters and pundits reflects the heightened expectations at one of England’s most demanding football institutions.

Journalist’s hint fuels speculation around Slot’s future

While the remarks stopped short of confirming any internal decision, the tone of the conversation implied that patience within the club hierarchy may be wearing thin.

Liverpool’s recent form has played a significant role in shaping the current narrative.

A 2-1 defeat to Brighton, combined with a disappointing run of league results, has left the club struggling to maintain a strong position in the race for Champions League qualification.

That loss marked the team’s tenth Premier League defeat of the season, a milestone not reached by Liverpool in nearly a decade, highlighting the scale of the current challenges.

Such setbacks have inevitably placed Slot under increasing scrutiny, particularly given the financial investment made in the squad.

Could Xabi Alonso replace Slot at Liverpool?

Arne Slot shouts instructions to Liverpool's players during the win vs Brighton
Arne Slot shouts instructions to Liverpool’s players  (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

The journalist shared a GIF of Spanish manager Xabi Alonso in his post on X, sparking speculationg that the former Liverpool midfielder could be coming in to replace Slot at the club.

Following his exit from Real Madrid a few months ago, Alonso is currently out of job and he would jump at the opportunity to take the Liverpool job and manage them.

Having proven his pedigree as a manager at Bayer Leverkusen, Alonso will once again be high in demand, despite his struggles at Real Madrid this season.

The Spanish is known for his modern day coaching style and his attention to detail.

An emotional return to Anfield would make sense for all the parties involved.

The coming weeks could prove decisive, as results on the pitch are likely to determine whether Slot is given more time to restore momentum or whether the club opts for a new managerial direction.

Advanced talks: Liverpool take significant steps to replace Arne Slot as manager

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