Liverpool Face Massive Compensation Bill If They Decide to Dismiss Arne Slot After PSV Nightmare

Liverpool may be forced to hand Arne Slot a massive payout if they choose to terminate his contract.

 

The 47-year-old Dutch manager replaced Jurgen Klopp last summer and made an instant impact, guiding Liverpool to the Premier League title in his debut season.

 

After spending over £400 million on major signings such as Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong, many believed Liverpool would dominate this campaign. Instead, their form has collapsed in recent weeks. Following consecutive 3-0 Premier League defeats, the slump worsened on Wednesday as Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven hammered them 4-1 at Anfield in the Champions League.

 

Ivan Perisic, Guus Til and a double from Couhaib Driouech sealed a memorable win for Peter Bosz’s side, with Dominik Szoboszlai netting Liverpool’s only goal.

 

The pressure on Slot is now intensifying, and frustration among supporters is growing, with some urging the club to act quickly.

 

Unless Slot walks away on his own, Liverpool would have to pay him a sizeable compensation package. He reportedly signed a deal last summer running until 2027 worth £6.6 million annually plus bonus incentives. Should Liverpool dismiss him soon, the payout owed could exceed £10 million.

 

After the PSV defeat, Slot was asked if he feared for his job. He responded:

“I feel safe. I’m fine. I have a lot of support from above. Of course, it would be good to turn things around with a win, but when you’re a coach and results are poor, questions are normal. I’m comfortable with my situation. It’s not the first tough moment, but it’s definitely time to improve.”

 

Liverpool return to Premier League action on Sunday when they face West Ham United at the London Stadium.