Liverpool owners, Fenway Sports Group, made the decision to sack Arne Slot in the belief that “change is necessary in order for the club to keep moving forward.”
The club have officially announced they have parted ways with Slot after just two seasons in charge, and that the process for his successor is already “under way.”
It comes after pressure reached boiling point at the end of a 20-defeat season, with boos from match-going fans seeing the situation reach a pivotal juncture.
Slot leaves as a Premier League-winning manager, an achievement that Liverpool’s owners were quick to underline will never be forgotten, but that change was needed to achieve success.
Liverpool owners release joint statement after Arne Slot sacked
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 27, 2025: Liverpool's owner John W. Henry and wife Linda Pizzuti during the FA Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Tottenham Hotspur FC at Anfield. Liverpool won 5-1 and became League Champions. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)
In a joint statement, Liverpool’s owners wrote:
“That this was a difficult decision for us to make as a club goes without saying. The contribution Arne has made to Liverpool FC in the time that he has been with us has been significant, meaningful and – most importantly of all to supporters and ourselves – successful.
“As such, our appreciation for everything he has achieved could not be greater, particularly as it was underpinned by a work ethic, a diligence and a level of expertise which further underlined our view that he is a leader in his field.
“From the moment that we first encountered Arne, it was immediately clear that he is an individual who does not merely accept responsibility, he embraces it.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, April 11, 2026: Liverpool's Chief Executive Officer Billy Hogan and head coach Arne Slot (R) before the FA Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Fulham FC at Anfield. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)
“This was evident when he agreed to take over as head coach, when he guided us to the Premier League title and throughout the season just ended when he faced considerable challenges and burdens.
“At the same time, we have collectively come to the conclusion that change is necessary in order for the club to keep moving forward.
“Again, it must be stressed that this is not a decision which has been reached lightly, anything but.
“We would like to take this opportunity to place on record our appreciation for Arne, who will always hold a special place in the history of this football club as the coach who delivered Liverpool’s 20th league title.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, April 27, 2025: Liverpool's owner John W. Henry after the FA Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Tottenham Hotspur FC at Anfield. Liverpool won 5-1 and became League Champions. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)
“That accomplishment – made all the more remarkable as it arrived in his very first season in charge – was built on outstanding coaching and leadership every single day.
“He also helped guide the club through one of the most difficult periods imaginable following the loss of Diogo. The compassion and humanity he showed throughout that time said a great deal about him as a person.
“As such, we can only wish Arne well in the next stage of his coaching career, with our expectation being that he will continue to be successful.
“We do so in the knowledge that his Liverpool legacy is intact and will become yet more meaningful in the years and decades to come.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, May 25, 2025: Liverpool's head coach Arne Slot kisses the trophy, as the team celebrate becoming Champions for the 20th time, after the FA Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Crystal Palace FC at Anfield. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)
“Nevertheless, the conclusion we have come to is built on a belief that the team’s trajectory is best addressed through a change of direction.
“That does not diminish the work Arne has done here, or the respect we have for him. Nor is it a reflection of his talents. Rather, it is indicative of the need for a different approach.
“Arne leaves with our gratitude, with a Premier League title to his name, and with the knowledge that he and his family will always be welcomed back at Anfield.”