Liverpool news: Arne Slot replacement decision made as Jurgen Klopp 'in talks' for return
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Daily Mirror IconSportFootballLiverpool FCReports surrounding Arne Slot's future has been strife amid a disappointing campaign at LiverpoolThe disappointment of Arne Slot's second season at Liverpool could play a major role in his stay at Anfield. A dismal defence of their Premier League crown, the Reds have looked like a shadow of their former selves for much of the season.Currently sitting sixth in the league table following a historic summer spend of £450million, it remains to be seen whether the Reds' drastic underachievements could mark a decision being made on Slot's future.The Dutchman has over a year left to run on the three-year contract he signed to become Liverpool head coach in 2024.
With over three months left to go of the season, it's a period that can define Slot's legacy as Mirror Football takes a look at the latest stories coming out of Anfield.Arne Slot replacement decisionWith just over a year left on Arne Slot's contract at Anfield, a decision on whether to commit or part ways with the Dutchman will have to be made sooner rather than later. Prior to his appointment in 2024, former Reds star Xabi Alonso was reportedly Liverpool's key target to replace Klopp but rejected the club to stay at Bayer Leverkusen.After spending just seven months at Real Madrid, the Spaniard left the club in January and has remained jobless, reportedly wanting to wait until the summer to make a decision on his next position.
According to TEAMtalk, the Reds owners, Fenway Sports Group (FSG) have earmarked Alonso as the "only name" they want as the club's head coach this summer.READ MORE: Jurgen Klopp's stance on taking Spurs job after calls for him to replace beleaguered bossREAD MORE: FSG given Arne Slot Liverpool sack instruction as pressure intensifies on managerFOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE! Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageThe report also adds that the drastic decline from last season's title-winning campaign has alarmed the hierarchy.