11 Mar 2026 11:20:04
A lot of people asking about the manager. I will repeat what I know.
As I say, Slot can be considered gone.
As far as replacements, Gerrard was spoken to and talks were very positive regarding a interim role.
The club decided to stick instead of twist.
In the meantime, Edwards has spoken to Cesc Fabregas whilst in Como. Talks were positive but nothing really came of it.
Interestingly, Hughes wasn't privy to the talks and was a bit shocked that he wasn't consulted.
Luis Enrique's agent has been in brief talks with us and whilst he loves the idea of managing in the EPL he also feels he still has work to do in Paris.
Alonso has spoken of his desire to become the next LFC manager and the club have identified him as the next man for the job.
Dotting I's and crossing T's, I expect him to join in the summer.
Ta.
11 Mar 2026 11:42:36
Cheers, Carra!
11 Mar 2026 11:45:09
Tear in my eye.
Thanks, Carra.
11 Mar 2026 11:47:14
Cheers, Carra. Respect, mate. Just one question, if you can please. Why will they not let Slot go now?
11 Mar 2026 11:54:29
Cheers, Carra. Light at the end of this very dark tunnel.
11 Mar 2026 11:56:21
I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'd take Rafa Benitez until the end of the season, with his objective being to secure Champions League football next season.
11 Mar 2026 11:57:32
It was an internal decision, Barry. That's all I really know.
Ta.
11 Mar 2026 12:05:22
Ok, thanks, Carra.
11 Mar 2026 12:26:05
Cheers for the update, Carra.
With us possibly not being in the Champions League next season, will that have any effect on Xabi coming?
11 Mar 2026 12:30:04
Cheers for sharing, Carra.
11 Mar 2026 12:30:10
Carra, whoever made that decision to keep Slot on, are they not as culpable for the mess that we are in?
11 Mar 2026 12:50:28
Think it's a disgrace if everyone at the club knows Slot is going, including himself.
If I was Slot, I wouldn't give a toss if we win, lose or draw.
11 Mar 2026 13:01:45
Nice one, Carra...that's my day a lot brighter...thank f*** he's going. ?
11 Mar 2026 13:04:02
Maybe Slot wants to leave in the summer with a payoff. We have no idea how he feels. I can easily see how last summer's tragedy could affect a person and make them feel like they want to be back with their family.
It's a bold prediction on Alonso.
A lot can happen between now and August.
11 Mar 2026 13:10:39
Cheers, Carra, for updating us all. Hopefully this utter carp footie is soon confined to history.
11 Mar 2026 13:12:17
Thanks for the update, Carra. Do you know if Ted Lasso is available? Believe!
11 Mar 2026 13:28:30
Cheers for the update, Carra. :-)
11 Mar 2026 13:40:06
Lovely jubbly!
Sooner the better!!
I've actually started to fall asleep during games. And I certainly won't be travelling to Anfield to watch thon dross the bald eagle serves up!
11 Mar 2026 13:48:12
Thanks, Carra.
11 Mar 2026 13:49:20
Barry, I am guessing with Gerrard, who I would take till the end of the season, and it should have happened at the end of November. Only problem, if he did well, it would be virtually impossible to get rid of him because of his history with the club, and maybe they do not think he would be a good long term option.
I do not care what people say about him, though, Barry, I would love Gerrard to be part of Alonso's back room team.
What we need is a good tactical manager, but also a ruthless one that will put the club first over the players, and with the contracts being given out at the minute, that is not happening.
11 Mar 2026 14:23:24
Thanks, Carra, mate. I think they might have let Slot stick only if Alonso or any of their preferred candidates were not ready to take the job before the summer. Seems strange to me, considering Alonso could have gotten 3-4 months of bedding in time without any expectations.
Once we go out in the CL, which I think might happen against Athleti or PSG, I think we should sack the man. Unless we want to save on the money we might have to give Slot if we sack him mid-season.
But then, what do I know. ;)
11 Mar 2026 14:41:08
Carra, do you think there's any chance Slot is still sacked if we go out the cup and Champions League, and get Xabi in early, given City will surely take a shot at getting Xabi as Pep's replacement, which sounds like it'll be needed this summer from the interview today.
11 Mar 2026 15:25:39
There are still some childish, nasty comments aimed at a manager who actually succeeded and tried his best. Most of you couldn't even point out Anfield (or Liverpool, for that matter) on the map. We've been spoilt to a degree, yet when things go wrong, many are first to ridicule.
It must be difficult to stomach after signing up to become a Liverpool supporter when winning things, and then having to contend with a loss of form as per the usual trend that is footie and the Premier League.
11 Mar 2026 18:10:26
Gerrard was the captain, not Alonso. So, psychologically, bringing Gerrard back as a #2 would likely cause issues. Gerrard has never been a #2 in his life, and, worshipped as a god by fans, would gain more voice than Alonso. So, much as on paper it might work, I do not believe it would work in practice.
11 Mar 2026 18:19:01
Great info, Carra. That's what this site is all about! Much appreciated.
11 Mar 2026 18:45:52
I think the board are fully behind slit, and he has a free pass till next season.
11 Mar 2026 19:03:38
I'm so glad to see this update because I just read some of Ornstein's update from today and, according to him, Slot is exactly the coach we want and that there is no intention of changing him before his contract is up in 2027. If that was the case, you would really have to question if Hughes or Edwards have ever watched us play, because irrespective of injuries, squad imbalance etc, the results and performances have been dire and not at the standard of Liverpool.
Very grateful for what Slot achieved last season, but we can't give free passes for past performances.
12 Mar 2026 08:17:15
I do wonder, with so many managers/coaches being sacked recently, why Alonso hasn't been linked to any of them?
Could it be possible that he has some sort of settlement clause from Madrid, from his terminated contract, that means he can't take on another club until the end of the season?
I have no idea if that could be possible, but it would be the type of Madrid thing to do. There was always the possibility that Alonso, taking on a team like LFC, would be drawn against his former club. Now, that would look bad if he were to knock Madrid out of the CL.