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Liverpool Back Arne Slot for 2026–27 as Ajax Approach Rebuffed

Owner John W. Henry signaled high standards after a season of 18 defeats.

Overview

  • Liverpool are expected to keep Arne Slot for next season, according to Wednesday reports, following Sunday’s 3-2 loss at Manchester United that made it 11 league defeats and 18 in all competitions.
  • Dutch outlet De Telegraaf, via reporter Mike Verweij, said Ajax asked about hiring Slot, but he intends to continue at Liverpool and is not keen on a move to Amsterdam.
  • John W. Henry told Sports Business Journal that FSG “won’t settle for mediocrity,” a public marker of expectations even as the club plans to retain its head coach.
  • Feyenoord assistant Etienne Reijnen is being considered for a summer move to Slot’s staff, with Robin van Persie praising his work as the switch depends on coaching diplomas and UK work-permit clearance.
  • Pundit chatter continues around possible successors if plans change, with Gary Lineker mentioning Xabi Alonso and The i reporting Andoni Iraola would be among candidates under consideration.