by Liverpool has reportedly struck a deal with Feyenoord to secure Arne Slot as the successor to Jurgen Klopp, according to British media sources. The agreement includes a compensation package for the 45-year-old Dutch manager, who had two years remaining on his contract with Feyenoord.
Sources suggest that the deal is valued at up to £9.4 million (approximately 10.9 million euros), indicating Liverpool’s commitment to bringing Slot on board. Slot himself expressed confidence in landing the Anfield managerial role, stating his desire to join the club and awaiting the finalization of negotiations between the two clubs.
Arne Slot’s managerial prowess was evident during his tenure at AZ Alkmaar before his move to Feyenoord in 2021. His debut season with Feyenoord saw him guide the team to the Europa Conference League final, narrowly losing out to Jose Mourinho’s Roma. Subsequently, Slot led Feyenoord to their second league title in 24 years, cementing his reputation as a promising managerial talent.
Jurgen Klopp, who will step down from his role at the end of the season after a successful nine-year stint with Liverpool, has expressed his approval of Slot’s potential appointment. Klopp commended Slot’s coaching style and character, emphasizing the importance of finding the right fit for Liverpool’s managerial position.
Feyenoord currently sits in second place in the Eredivisie table, trailing behind league leaders PSV Eindhoven. With the Eredivisie title still within reach, Slot faces the challenge of maintaining Feyenoord’s competitive edge while preparing for his transition to Liverpool.
Liverpool, meanwhile, finds themselves in contention for the Premier League title, albeit trailing behind Arsenal and Manchester City. Recent setbacks against Crystal Palace and Everton have dampened Liverpool’s title aspirations, heightening the importance of securing a smooth managerial transition to sustain the club’s momentum.
As Slot prepares to take the reins at Anfield, both Liverpool and Feyenoord are poised for a period of transition, with expectations high for the incoming and outgoing managers alike.
