Arne Slot’s arrival on Merseyside was always going to be met with scepticism. Replacing Jürgen Klopp, a managerial colossus who delivered a long-awaited Premier League title and redefined an era, was never going to be easy. Yet, within months, Slot has not only stabilised the Reds but carved out his own place in Liverpool’s rich footballing tapestry.
Slot has guided Liverpool to 36 wins from his first 50 matches, a club record that surpasses the achievements of revered figures like Joe Fagan, Kenny Dalglish, and Klopp himself, who managed 26 in his first 50 games. In doing so, Slot has brought an immediate effectiveness and adaptability that few anticipated.