Liverpool boss Arne Slot accused of 'tone deaf' comments and treating fans like they're 'stupid’Arne Slot is feeling the heat at Liverpool bossView 2 Images Liverpool manager Arne Slot has been criticised for his recent comments (Image: Gaspafotos/MB Media/Getty Images)A former Premier League star has slammed Liverpool boss Arne Slot for his claims that playing style is more important than winning trophies. ‌Liverpool were widely expected to retain the Premier League after adding almost £450million worth of new signings to their title-winning squad in the summer. The Liverpool boss has since come under scrutiny for suggesting that the way his side plays is more important than winning silverware. The 37-year-old also claimed that the Liverpool boss is one of several Premier League bosses who attempt to deceive fans when discussing their team’s display. That was the process.”Deeney added: “So many coaches, not just Slot at Liverpool, now try and talk to fans, players, media, as if they are stupid.

Source: Daily Mirror February 08, 2026 13:50 UTC