Arne Slot told decisive league game as Steven Gerrard delivers Liverpool sack verdict
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Liverpool have the opportunity to bounce back against PSG in the Champions League just days after their humiliating 4-0 thrashing at the hands of rivals Manchester City in the FA Cup.But facing the reigning Champions League holders presents a stern test for a rattled Reds side, with Virgil van Dijk openly admitting they 'gave up' in Greater Manchester. Gerrard reaffirmed his belief that the Premier League-winning boss can turn things around on Merseyside, stressing the vital importance of securing Champions League football at Anfield next season.READ MORE: Steven Gerrard’s ‘alarming’ Liverpool accusation as big transfer prediction madeREAD MORE: Champions League power rankings as Arsenal and Liverpool face gloomy realityHe told talkSPORT: "The players have admitted it, the manager has, it's not good enough.
From a fan's point of view, I don't want to see it."It's key, that's why I say I think the Fulham game is just as important. If the ownership sees that gap to Villa or United stretch, I worry for the manager's position."I don't want to see it happen, I'm a huge fan, I was blown away by his first season, he's a good man, a very good coach after what he's done.
If this was to get worse, I'd be worried for the manager, I must say."Marco Silva's Fulham travel to Anfield on Saturday (April 11), with the Cottagers' clash squeezed into Liverpool's punishing Champions League schedule on either side.Liverpool currently occupy fifth place, five points adrift of fourth-placed Aston Villa and six points behind Manchester United, while holding a precarious advantage over Chelsea, Brentford and Everton breathing down their necks.Fulham trail the Reds by five points, and a victory could breathe new life into their European ambitions under the former Blues boss.Saturday's late kick-off presents Liverpool with the chance to close the gap on their Champions League rivals while pulling clear of the sides snapping at their heels. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.READ MORE: Liverpool have key advantage over PSG in Champions League that Chelsea were denied