Liverpool supporters across the globe are still stunned, carrying a heavy sense of disbelief as they try to make sense of what has happened to their team. Only months ago, Liverpool were celebrating titles, lifting trophies, and praising Arne Slot as a mastermind. The team that once looked unstoppable — the machine everyone feared — now appears broken, and fans are desperately searching for answers. The same question echoes everywhere: How did this happen? No one imagined that last season’s champions would suddenly look like a side fighting for survival instead of silverware. The criticism grew louder when former Premier League player Jason Cundy declared live on air that Liverpool’s title defence is not just disappointing, but “a disgrace,” even suggesting Slot’s job should be questioned.
The roots of the problem stretch back to the summer when Liverpool felt confident enough to rebuild and strengthen further. Supporters were excited as the club spent over £200 million on star signings. Alexander Isak arrived as the lethal striker, Florian Wirtz as the creative midfield star, and Hugo Ekitike as the promising young talent. Many believed Liverpool were assembling a new long-term dynasty. Rival fans were nervous, Liverpool fans were dreaming — but football doesn’t always follow expectations. Instead of becoming stronger, the team grew weaker and more disjointed, and the defeats began to pile up.
One of the biggest warning signs came during a bleak afternoon at Anfield, once considered an unshakeable fortress. Nottingham Forest arrived — a side expected to struggle — yet instead they scored three goals, dominated the game, and sent Liverpool supporters home in disbelief. The 0–3 defeat felt symbolic, a harsh reflection of how far Liverpool had fallen. It also meant the team had lost six of their past seven league matches, a run that is alarming for a club of Liverpool’s stature. A side once chasing trophies is now chasing confidence.
Jason Cundy voiced the frustration shared by many fans, calling the situation unacceptable and insisting that questions about Slot’s future cannot be ignored. Supporters who trusted Slot at the start of the season are now unsure. Some are wondering whether the players have stopped responding to him, whether tactics have grown confusing, or whether deeper issues are unfolding behind closed doors.
The pressure has now shifted to Liverpool’s owners, FSG. They have a reputation for patience and rarely fire managers mid-season. But even patience has limits. They dismissed Roy Hodgson and later Kenny Dalglish when performances declined. The big question now is: How long will they stick with Slot if results continue to nosedive?
Slot himself looks drained on the touchline. The confidence he once carried has faded. The spark is missing. Each goal Liverpool concede seems to hit him like a weight he can’t lift. The players also appear lost: pressing is absent, transitions are slow, the defence is shaky, the attack is predictable, and leadership seems missing. The famous Liverpool spirit — the refusal to quit — feels like it has disappeared.
Opinions among fans are now divided. Some argue Slot deserves time, pointing out that rebuilding a squad takes patience. Others want a new manager before the situation worsens. Some blame the expensive summer signings for not performing; others blame the board for letting too many leaders leave. The tension is building around Anfield, and the uncertainty is growing louder.
Financial pressures are also creeping in. Failing to reach the Champions League would cost Liverpool significantly, affecting future transfers, wages, and long-term planning. A team that once aimed to win the league is now fighting just to stay in the top four. The fall has been shocking, fast, and painful.
The next matches are absolutely crucial: PSV in the Champions League, West Ham away, and Sunderland at home. If things don’t turn around soon, no one knows what decisions may be made.
Right now, the club, the city, and the fans are all hurting. Liverpool cannot continue down this path. The collapse from champions to mid-table struggles has become one of the season’s biggest shocks, and the world is watching. Everything now rests on whether Arne Slot can revive the squad, restore the confidence, and rebuild Liverpool’s identity. If not, the club may be forced to make a major decision they never expected to face.
Liverpool are no longer fighting for trophies — they are fighting for who they are. The next chapter could be a remarkable comeback or a devastating downfall. Time will reveal which path they take.
