In a stunning post-match revelation, Liverpool manager Arne Slot has publicly blasted one of his own players despite the Reds securing an important victory over Arsenal. While the three points were safely earned, Slot was far from impressed with the performance of Ryan Gravenberch, and his words left no room for misunderstanding.
Speaking with reporters after the match, Slot made his frustrations clear. “I think it’s high time for him to leave,” the Dutch manager admitted bluntly. “He nearly cost us the match today. Against a side like Arsenal, you cannot afford to have passengers on the pitch. Every player fought, every player gave his all, but his performance was completely unacceptable. He was a game killer—that’s why the fans don’t respect his presence in this team. At this level, if you cannot step up, then you have no importance to Liverpool.”
These damning comments have sent shockwaves across the Liverpool fanbase. Many supporters had already expressed anger at Gravenberch’s lack of influence on the game, describing him as wasteful in possession and offering little in both attack and defense. Now, with the manager himself echoing those concerns, the midfielder’s future at Anfield looks more uncertain than ever.
Social media erupted immediately after Slot’s comments, with countless fans demanding the club cut ties with the player before the transfer deadline. Some argued that Liverpool’s resurgence under Slot cannot be weighed down by underperformers who fail to meet the high expectations of the Anfield faithful.
While Liverpool’s victory over Arsenal should have been a moment of celebration, all focus has now shifted to the future of Ryan Gravenberch. With the manager’s brutal warning ringing loud and clear, it seems only two paths remain: dramatically improve or walk out the door.
The fans are not happy with this player’s performance today. This is not looking good for him at all
Far worse than him.
Salah and Wirtz were missing in action.