Liverpool legend Rio Ferdinand has launched a blistering attack on Arne Slot following Liverpool’s frustrating outing against Arsenal, questioning the Dutchman’s judgment and even predicting a grim future if lessons are not learned fast.
Speaking after the match, Ferdinand did not hold back as he criticized Slot for leaving one key Liverpool player on the bench while opting to start a less convincing option instead.
> “I’m certain that Arne Slot will be the next manager to be sacked. If not, how can you have such a player on the bench and still prefer to use this guy?” Ferdinand reportedly said.
The former Manchester United defender insisted that Liverpool had a golden opportunity to win the game, claiming the outcome could have been very different if the unnamed star had started from the first whistle.
“We could have won if only he started,” Ferdinand added, clearly frustrated by what he described as a baffling tactical decision.
The comments have sent Liverpool fans into meltdown online, with many echoing Ferdinand’s view and questioning Slot’s team selection in such a high-stakes fixture. Supporters argue that benching one of the team’s most influential players in a crucial match against Arsenal showed a lack of ambition and cost the Reds vital momentum.
With pressure mounting and scrutiny intensifying, Arne Slot now faces serious questions over his decision-making as Liverpool head into a critical run of fixtures. One thing is clear: patience is wearing thin, and any further missteps could place Slot firmly in the firing line.
