Liverpool Football Club is reportedly in discussions with Feyenoord regarding the possibility of appointing Arne Slot as their new manager. Slot, a 45-year-old Dutchman, has emerged as a leading candidate to succeed Jurgen Klopp, who announced his intention to depart at the conclusion of the current season. Slot has expressed his desire to manage in the Premier League, and a move to Liverpool would represent a significant step forward in his career. However, Feyenoord is reluctant to part ways with Slot, who has been instrumental in their recent success. Last season, he guided the Dutch club to their first league title in six years, and he also recently extended his contract with Feyenoord until 2026. Liverpool acknowledges that Feyenoord will likely adopt a tough stance in the negotiations, particularly considering Slot’s desire to bring some of his backroom staff to Anfield. Slot fulfills the criteria established by Liverpool’s recruitment process, but the club is reportedly still evaluating other options. It has been suggested that Liverpool may be required to pay ‘considerably more than 10 million euros’ to secure Slot’s services. The task of finding Klopp’s successor falls upon Michael Edwards, who has recently resumed his role as chief executive of football for Liverpool’s owners, Fenway Sports Group, and incoming sporting director Richard Hughes. Liverpool’s initial choice, former Reds midfielder Xabi Alonso, has committed to Bayer Leverkusen after leading them to their first Bundesliga title. Other candidates, such as Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim and Brighton’s Roberto De Zerbi, have also been considered. Despite Slot’s eagerness to manage in the Premier League, Liverpool may face competition from Bayern Munich and Barcelona, who are both seeking replacements for departing coaches Thomas Tuchel and Xavi, respectively.
Liverpool in Talks to Appoint Arne Slot as New Manager
