Arne Slot Under Pressure? The Truth Behind Liverpool’s Mini Slump

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Liverpool’s recent three-match losing streak—against Crystal Palace, Galatasaray, and Chelsea—marks their first such run since April 2023, when they were beaten by Bournemouth, Real Madrid, and Manchester City.   At that time, Jurgen Klopp admitted the team were struggling, with Champions League qualification under threat and a midfield rebuild looming. Fast-forward to the present, and while the defeats last weekend to Chelsea have prompted frustration, the context suggests this is a temporary blip rather than a sign of deeper issues.

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00:00Liverpool's recent three-match losing streak against Crystal Palace, Galatasaray and Chelsea

00:06marks their first such run since April 2023 when they were beaten by Bournemouth, Real Madrid and Manchester City.

00:16At that time, Jurgen Klopp admitted the team were struggling with Champions League qualification under threat

00:22and a midfield rebuild looming.

00:24Fast forward to the present and while the defeats last weekend to Chelsea have prompted frustration,

00:32the context suggests this is a temporary blip rather than a sign of deeper issues.

00:37Under Arnie Schlott, Liverpool have faced a tough start to the 2025-26 season in their opening seven Premier League fixtures.

00:45They've already faced five of the current top eight teams and are actually a point better off

00:51compared to the same matches last season.

00:53Many of the recent defeats were narrowly lost.

00:56Liverpool were seconds from salvaging draws at both Selhurst Park and Stamford Bridge

01:01and their loss to Galatasaray involved a dubious penalty.

01:06These small margins underscore the side's performances have not been poor, merely inconsistent in outcome.

01:14Integration of summer signings is a key factor.

01:17Florian Wirtz, £116 million from Bayer Leverkusen, leads the top five European leagues with 22 chances created this season.

01:25Though he has just one assist so far.

01:29Defensively, setbacks such as Ibrahim Akarnate's injury against Chelsea have been balanced by solid performances from Giorgio Mamacheli,

01:36while the leadership of captain Virgil van Dijk ensures the dressing room remains focused.

01:43Attacking stalwarts like Mohamed Salah have also faced criticism.

01:47But his record against Manchester United with 16 goals in 17 games illustrates his enduring quality.

01:54Despite the rough patch and scrutiny on slot, Liverpool remain a point off the top of the table.

01:58Patience is required as new signs settle and tactical systems fully take hold.

02:04The squad's quality combined with smart management suggests brighter days lay ahead

02:08and this temporary dip is unlikely to derail their ambitions for the season.

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