Arne Slot Under Intensifying Scrutiny as Liverpool's £400m Summer Gamble Falters

November, 24, 2025 - Arne Slot is facing mounting pressure at Liverpool after a spell of disappointing results, despite a huge summer transfer window that saw major investments. While the Dutch coach remains defiant, many now question whether his project is failing.

Liverpool have lost six of their last seven matches in all competitions, including four straight Premier League defeats and a shocking 3–0 home loss to Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup. In a telling moment of accountability, Slot publicly accepted full responsibility for the slump. The defeat to Manchester United , their first at Anfield in more than nine years has been particularly damaging.

Liverpool backed Slot heavily at the start of the season. The club reportedly spent around £295–420 million during the summer, acquiring high-profile names such as Florian Wirtz (£116m), Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, and Milos Kerkez.

Expectations were high, these signings were meant to inject youth, versatility, and firepower into Slot’s squad. However, many of those marquee signings are yet to justify their price tags. The Hard Tackle reports that Isak, Wirtz, and Kerkez are still adapting to the club’s new system, built around controlled build-up and structured pressing, which seems to affect their natural capabilities.

Set-piece frailties have also been brutally exposed. Slot admitted that though his side regularly creates chances in open play, they struggle to defend in dead-ball situations. Analysts argue that Liverpool’s defense lacks the cohesion and physicality required under Slot’s tactical setup.

At the same time, injuries are compounding the problem. Slot has pointed to a stretched squad and fitness issues, saying he’s been forced to rely on a very limited group of 21–22 players this season.