Arne Slot, the current Feyenoord boss, has unexpectedly emerged as a potential candidate to become Liverpool’s next manager. Despite rejecting an offer from Tottenham, Slot has now become the second-favorite among bookmakers to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. This revelation adds to the intrigue surrounding Liverpool’s managerial search, as they are reportedly looking to be “brave over popular” in their selection.
Slot, a 45-year-old former midfielder, began his managerial career with AZ Alkmaar before joining Feyenoord for the 2021/22 season. In his first season with Feyenoord, he led the team to a third-place finish in the Eredivisie and followed it up by winning the league title in the subsequent campaign. His success caught the attention of Tottenham, who were in need of a new manager after Antonio Conte’s departure. However, Slot chose to remain with Feyenoord and turned down Tottenham’s advances.
This season, Feyenoord is on track to finish second behind PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie. They recently made headlines with a dominant 6-0 victory over Ajax, restricting their opponents to just one shot while taking 30 shots themselves. Feyenoord’s attractive style of play and Slot’s ability to integrate youth players have been key factors in their success.
Slot’s credentials make him an appealing candidate for Liverpool. He has a track record of success, winning the Eredivisie last season and finishing as runners-up in the Europa Conference League in the 2021/22 season. His team also boasts the second-best goal difference in the Eredivisie this season. Slot’s willingness to give young players opportunities and his strong man-management skills further enhance his appeal.
In an interview last year amid speculation linking him to Tottenham, Slot expressed his ambition to move abroad and cited the Premier League as the best league in the world. This statement suggests that he would be open to a move to Liverpool.
While the focus has been on Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim as the frontrunner for the Liverpool job, Arne Slot’s emergence as a strong contender adds another layer of interest to the managerial search. With his impressive track record, attractive style of play, and desire to coach in the Premier League, Slot could be a viable option for Liverpool as they seek to find a successor to Jurgen Klopp.