Emile Heskey Backs Carragher’s “Crisis” Verdict After Liverpool’s Latest Defeat
Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey has echoed Jamie Carragher’s assessment that the Reds are in crisis mode following their latest setback — a 3-2 loss to Brentford on Saturday.
The defeat marked Liverpool’s fourth consecutive Premier League loss, leaving Arne Slot’s side seven points adrift of leaders Arsenal. Just weeks ago, the reigning champions held a five-point lead at the top, but a sharp downturn in form has seen their title defense falter dramatically.
Liverpool have now equaled their total number of defeats from last season, with growing frustration among fans and pundits over the club’s lack of progress since the summer’s major transfer overhaul.
Despite a resounding 5-1 Champions League victory over Eintracht Frankfurt earlier this month, the Reds have managed just one win in their past six outings. Slot himself admitted that the performance against Brentford may have been “the worst under his management.”
Heskey: “We Don’t Like That Word, But What Else Can We Call It?”
Speaking to 10bet Casino, Heskey said Liverpool’s struggles have reached a point where the term crisis feels unavoidable.
“We don’t like to use that word, but what else can we call it?” he said.
“We haven’t seen anything like this at Liverpool for a long time. Now it’s about figuring out how to turn it around — how to lift themselves and go again.
They need to create more chances and be much more clinical in front of goal.”
Heskey’s remarks align with Carragher’s recent comments on the gravity of Liverpool’s situation, offering a glimpse into the likely mood inside the dressing room.
Carragher: “For a Team That Invested So Heavily, This Is Crisis Time”
The former Liverpool defender believes the Reds’ current slump is especially concerning given their significant summer spending and high expectations under Slot.
“For a team that invested so heavily, this is crisis time for Liverpool,” Carragher said.
“There’ll be tough conversations in the dressing room — between players, coaches, and the hierarchy. With the money that’s been spent, expectations are much higher.
Liverpool also need to address their lack of physicality and height — right now, they simply don’t have enough.”
Mounting Pressure at Anfield
The downturn in form coincides with Liverpool’s first season under adidas as their new kit manufacturer. While the 2025/26 campaign began with optimism and record shirt sales, performances on the pitch have fallen short of expectations.
As the Reds prepare for a pivotal run of fixtures in November, Slot faces increasing pressure to reignite his side’s form and restore belief in their title defense.
