How well set up are Liverpool for life after Klopp?
May 2, 2024
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Football tactics writer Michael Cox, sports journalist Mark Carey, and football expert Liam Tharme discuss Liverpool's transition post-Klopp. They explore how well-suited the new manager should be, drawing from past transitions at Man Utd and Arsenal. The debate includes tactical resilience, title challenges, and the possibility of Guardiola leaving Man City.
Smooth succession expected due to similarities in playing philosophy and squad adaptability under Arne Lot.
Balancing sentimentality with tactical evolution crucial for Liverpool's identity post-Klopp.
Deep dives
Arnus Lot's Tactical Approach at Liverpool
Arnus Lot's appointment as Liverpool's manager and the potential changes in tactical approach have sparked discussions on revolution versus evolution under his guidance. The comparison between Lot and Jurgen Klopp's styles, including strategic tweaks like transitioning from a back three to a 4-2-3-1 formation, indicates a potential smooth transition due to similarities in playing philosophy and squad adaptability.
Transition Challenges and Liverpool's Managerial Change
The significant shift from a long-serving influential manager like Klopp poses challenges for Liverpool, with the need to balance sentimentality with tactical evolution. Considering Liverpool's historical reliance on managerial continuity and sentimentality, the appointment of a new head coach like Lot presents both opportunities and risks in maintaining the club's identity and competitive edge.
Liverpool's Performance Variability and Tactical Adaptations
Liverpool's performance variability in conceding first goals and adapting tactically to different playing styles reflect a growing need for strategic adjustments. The team's ability to recover from deficits and the shift towards more intense, plan-focused approaches in the Premier League highlight critical areas for improvement and adaptation under Lot's management.
Comparing Managerial Successions Across Premier League Clubs
Examining various Premier League clubs' experiences with managerial successions, including Manchester United post-Ferguson and Arsenal post-Wenger, reveals key differences in squad dynamics, managerial tenures, and club structures. The unique challenges faced by Liverpool in transitioning from Klopp underscore the complex interplay between squad composition, club culture, and managerial impact.
In this episode, The Athletic’s Michael Cox, Mark Carey and Liam Tharme join Ali Maxwell to discuss how Liverpool can ensure a smooth succession from Arne Slot to Jurgen Klopp.
We look at how well suited his style of play and personality are for taking on one of the biggest jobs in club football.
And how well set up Liverpool are as a club to move on from such a legendary manager?
Then, we look to the past to see if we can learn much about the future.
Can Liverpool learn anything from how Manchester United moved on from Alex Ferguson and how Arsenal handled life after Arsène Wenger?