“I Know I Made a Terrible Mistake… But What Arne Slot Said Broke Me” – Milos Kerkez Reveals Explosive Row After Liverpool’s Defeat
Liverpool’s 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park has taken a dramatic turn after Milos Kerkez claimed he was left “fuming” by manager Arne Slot’s post-match comments. The 21-year-old full-back admitted his costly error contributed to the defeat but insisted Slot went too far with his reaction.
“I know I made a terrible mistake, but what Arne Slot said to me after the final whistle is unacceptable,” Kerkez revealed. “There are things you just don’t say to a player, no matter how badly the match went.”
Though Kerkez stopped short of quoting Slot directly, sources suggest the Dutch coach questioned his mentality and commitment—remarks that reportedly stung even more given Liverpool had fought back through Federico Chiesa’s late equalizer before Eddie Nketiah’s stoppage-time winner sealed their first loss of the season.
Kerkez had endured a torrid afternoon, exposed by Palace’s pace on the flanks and gifting possession in the buildup to Ismaila Sarr’s early opener. Still, fans are divided over Slot’s handling of the situation. Some praise his tough stance, arguing standards must be upheld. Others fear berating a young defender could damage confidence and fracture squad harmony.
The fallout has overshadowed Liverpool’s unbeaten run coming to an end and shifted focus onto the dressing room dynamic. Supporters on forums are already debating whether Slot crossed the line and whether Kerkez should have gone public with his frustrations.
Meanwhile, Palace celebrated another milestone in their unbeaten campaign, while Liverpool now face a bigger question than just defensive lapses: can Slot repair trust inside his squad before a minor row spirals into a crisis?
Selhurst Park not only ended Liverpool’s winning streak—it may have sparked tensions that define their season
