Liverpool Under Arne Slot: First Full Season Review 2026
Replacing Jurgen Klopp was supposed to be impossible. Arne Slot has made it look easy. Liverpool are title contenders in his first full season, playing the most attractive football in the Premier League.
The tactical shift
Slot has moved Liverpool away from Klopp's heavy metal pressing toward a more possession-based, controlled style. Liverpool now average 62% possession, up from 55% under Klopp. They still press, but it is more selective — they pick their moments rather than pressing for 90 minutes. The result is a team that dominates games without burning out.
Salah — Still the king
Mohamed Salah is having another world-class season with 19 goals and 12 assists. At 33, he shows no signs of decline. His contract situation was resolved in the summer, and the security of a new deal has allowed him to focus entirely on football. Salah remains the most dangerous attacker in the Premier League.
The midfield revolution
The midfield overhaul that began in 2023 is now complete. Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, and Gravenberch have formed a dynamic trio that can control games, create chances, and contribute defensively. Mac Allister has been the standout — his passing range and composure under pressure are exceptional.
Title chances
Liverpool are two points behind Arsenal with a game in hand. Their remaining fixtures are favorable, with most tough matches at Anfield where they are unbeaten. If they win their game in hand, they go top. Slot has built a team that can win the league — the question is whether they have the mentality to handle the pressure of a title race.