Former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has delivered a stunning verdict on manager Arne Slot, claiming his tenure at Anfield is rapidly approaching its end. This comes as the reigning Premier League champions endure a catastrophic collapse in form, casting a dark shadow over the club.
A Staggering Collapse in Form
The Reds are in the midst of their most dismal period in over half a century, having suffered nine defeats in their last twelve matches across all competitions. This is a remarkable decline for a team that began the season with a blistering run of seven consecutive victories. The current slump represents Liverpool's worst sequence of results since the 1953-54 season, heaping immense pressure on Slot despite his achievement of delivering the league title just last campaign.
The nature of the recent losses has been particularly alarming for supporters. The poor run has featured three consecutive heavy defeats, including a 3-0 loss away to Manchester City in the Premier League. This was swiftly followed by a shocking 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest and a demoralising 4-1 loss at Anfield to PSV, signalling a team in deep trouble.
Hamann's Damning Assessment
Hamann, a key member of Liverpool's legendary 2005 Champions League-winning side, did not mince his words in his analysis. Speaking to Sky Sport Germany, he stated that Slot has fundamentally 'lost control of the team' and that his credit at the club has now completely evaporated.
'Slot's end is near,' Hamann declared. 'I never thought it would come to this after the brilliant season he had, but I believe his credit has now run out.' He elaborated on the visible disintegration, pointing to specific on-pitch incidents as evidence. 'I believe Arne Slot has lost control of the team. It's falling apart, everyone is doing what they want, like Salah before PSV's second goal.'
The German legend expressed grave concerns about the club's immediate future, warning that securing a top-four Premier League finish now presents a major challenge. 'I don't believe these problems can be solved quickly or easily,' he added. 'The situation is so complex that the club will certainly be discussing the manager's position.'
The Spectre of a Klopp Return
In a tantalising suggestion that will set fans' hearts racing, Hamann proposed that the club could seek a dramatic solution to their woes by attempting to lure Jurgen Klopp back to Merseyside. Klopp, who stepped down in 2024 after a glorious nine-year reign that brought the Premier League and Champions League to Anfield, had cited running out of energy as his reason for leaving.
Despite the 58-year-old having since taken up a role as Head of Global Football at Red Bull and previously suggesting he may never return to management, Hamann believes the idea is already in circulation. 'Many are already longing for Jürgen Klopp's return,' Hamann said. 'If you ask the fans, many will surely say: "That would be something."'
While acknowledging the uncertainty of such a move, Hamann framed it as a potential blockbuster story. 'How likely is it that he'll return to Liverpool? I have no idea. But it would be the story of the decade. The club will already have considered alternative managers. I assume they've spoken with Klopp.' This bombshell claim is sure to dominate discussions among the Liverpool faithful as the crisis at Anfield deepens.
