The mood at Anfield has turned from celebratory to cutthroat in the span of a single weekend. Following Liverpool’s gut-wrenching 2-1 defeat to Manchester City, club legend Jamie Carragher has reportedly shifted his stance, joining a growing chorus of voices questioning whether Arne Slot is still the right man for the job.
While Carragher has historically preached patience, the emergence of a truly "embarrassing" statistic has pushed the pundit to warn that the Dutchman's position may soon become untenable.
The Breaking Point: The "90th-Minute" Curse
The statistic currently haunting Arne Slot involves Liverpool's inability to see out games. Following Erling Haaland's 93rd-minute penalty on Sunday, Liverpool have now conceded four 90th-minute winners in the Premier League this season.
This equals an unwanted all-time Premier League record for the most last-gasp winners conceded in a single campaign. For a team that were crowned champions just one year ago, this lack of defensive composure has become the focal point of Carragher’s criticism.
"Once you start fearing Champions League qualification... that's when we're talking about a different proposition for the manager's job. If you miss out after winning the league and spending what they've spent, you don't have a leg to stand on." — Jamie Carragher on Sky Sports
Why the Pressure is Mounting
It isn't just one statistic; it’s a cumulative collapse that has seen Liverpool drop to 6th place, four points adrift of the Champions League spots with only 13 games remaining.
The 2026 Slump: Liverpool has managed just one league victory since the turn of the year.
The "Unbalanced" Front Four: Carragher has publicly criticized Slot's insistence on starting a top-heavy front four (Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo, Ekitike), claiming it leaves the midfield "exposed and unstable."The PSV Hangover: Memories of the 4-1 Champions League humiliation against PSV Eindhoven in November continue to linger, with Carragher previously labeling Slot’s team selection in that match a "sackable offense."
Is the Axe Actually Falling?
Despite the noise, official word from the FSG hierarchy is that Arne Slot is safe for now. The board is reportedly reluctant to make a mid-season change unless the club "crashes out" of their remaining cup competitions.
However, Carragher warned that the "situation could change with rapid effect" if Liverpool fails to show an immediate upturn in their next fixture against Sunderland. With rumors of Xabi Alonso waiting in the wings for the summer, the shadow over Slot’s dugout has never been darker.