Another big discussion has begun around Liverpool: if the team fails to qualify for the Champions League in the 2026/2027 season or ends the season without a trophy, the management may say goodbye to head coach Arne Slot. This was reported by journalist Nicolo Schira.
According to the source, Xabi Alonso is seen as the main candidate for a possible replacement. The fact is that the Spanish specialist has already gained the trust of the Liverpool management and his candidacy is being seriously considered within the club.
Currently, the Merseysiders are in 6th place in the EPL standings with 42 points. This means a “danger zone” for the team: in the fight for a place in the Champions League, every point is gold. A few bad games - and the goal is far away, a few wins - and the team will jump up again. Everything is very tight.
There is one more thing here: earlier it was reported that the Liverpool management expressed full confidence in Slot. So, the verdict has not been passed yet. But in football, “confidence” is often measured by the table and trophies - if there is no result, even in the quietest offices, discussions of “plan B” begin.
The conclusion is simple: the upcoming period for Slot could be decisive. If the Champions League place is lost or the team ends the season without a trophy, the club is likely to seriously consider Xabi Alonso’s option. And for the fans, this situation means the same thing: each next game is not just about 3 points, but also about the mood and future of the entire project.
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