Blood Red: The Liverpool FC Podcast Liverpool better, but boring? What next for Arne Slot as results begin to improve | Liverpool.com
Jan 6, 2026
Liverpool's recent performance shows improvement, but questions remain about their attacking depth. The discussion dives into whether the team is undergoing a transitional phase and what it means for their season goals. Concerns arise regarding missing key forwards and the need for more direct players. The panel emphasizes the importance of building squad depth and highlights centre-back reinforcements as a top priority this January. Can Liverpool secure a top-four finish while planning for future stability?
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Ship Steadier But Style Lacking
- Arne Slot has stabilised Liverpool, making them harder to beat and picking up better results recently.
- Progress exists but performances remain unexciting and slower than many supporters want.
Transitional Season, Not Title Push
- The season has become a transition campaign where tangible success is unlikely this term.
- Inconsistency and unclear identity leave Liverpool as a probable top-four, not title, side.
Add Direct Width To Ignite Attack
- Play more direct, dribble-capable wide players to unsettle defences and excite fans.
- Give minutes to attackers like Jeremy Frimpong, Rio, or Chiesa to increase chance-creation and pace.