Controversial analyst Richard Keys contends that Slot isn’t the ideal candidate to succeed Klopp at Liverpool. The club has reached an agreement with Feyenoord, Slot’s current team, regarding compensation, and negotiations for personal terms are imminent.
Speaking on beIN Sports, Keys expressed his reservations: “I’m trying to put myself in the shoes of Liverpool fans. Am I excited? No. Am I surprised? Yes. I’m underwhelmed if I’m honest, seriously. I couldn’t give you the name of a Dutch manager who has succeeded in our league yet. There have been one or two, like [Guus] Hiddink or [Louis] van Gaal and Ruud Gullit, who have had limited success, but nobody over a period of time has had sustained success. I think he’s Erik ten Hag in disguise.”
Regardless of Liverpool’s choice, it will likely be perceived as a step down from Klopp, who has brought significant success to the club, competing admirably against powerhouses like Manchester City.
Slot will aim to hit the ground running upon his arrival, potentially addressing various issues early on. Salah’s recent public disagreement with Klopp during Saturday’s match against West Ham hints at potential unrest, leaving Slot to determine whether to retain or offload the star player amid interest from the Saudi Pro League.
Feyenoord performance and stats
Feyenoord
Feyenoord is currently 2nd in the Eredivisie with 75 points.
In the last 30 games, it has won 22 times, drawn 6 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Feyenoord won 1-3 against Go Ahead Eagles.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 80 goals and conceding 24.
Feyenoord will play the next match in Eredivisie against NEC on Sunday 12th of May in Nijmegen.
Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool
Liverpool is currently 3rd in the Premier League with 75 points.
In the last 35 games, it has won 22 times, drawn 9 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Liverpool drawn 2-2 against West Ham United.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 77 goals and conceding 36.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday 5th of May in Liverpool.
