Liverpool are closing in on appointing their new manager with Feyenoord’s Arne Slot seemingly nearing a move to Anfield.
Jurgen Klopp decided to announce his departure from Liverpool in January, confirming that he would be moving on at the end of the season.
That gave Liverpool time to try and find a replacement and we have seen so many names mentioned over the last few months.
Xabi Alonso and Ruben Amorim were both being eyed for the Anfield job having impressed at Bayer Leverkusen and Sporting respectively.
Liverpool have ended up going down a different route though, targeting Feyenoord boss Arne Slot instead.
HITC understands that Michael Edwards is a big fan of Slot and it looks like the Dutchman will be Klopp’s replacement.
That is a bold move for Liverpool and some will have concerns that Slot will head the same way as Manchester United’s Erik ten Hag.
Slot has worked wonders at Feyenoord though and certainly deserves a chance to take the next step in his career with a move to Anfield.
Feyenoord star watches Liverpool draw
Slot still has to finish up the season with Feyenoord but Liverpool’s campaign is ending in somewhat disappointing fashion.
Saturday’s 2-2 draw at West Ham United – just days after losing at Everton – means Liverpool’s title hopes seem to be over.
Out of the FA Cup, out of the Europa League, now out of the title race, this has been a tricky time for Klopp and co.
Klopp’s era ending in this fashion feels very disappointing and Slot may have to try and pick this squad back up a bit upon his arrival.
Fans will already wonder about potential signings under Slot and one Feyenoord player was actually at Saturday’s game.
Feyenoord star Lutsharel Geertruida posted a photo from the London Stadium, taking the time to watch the Reds with Feyenoord having no fixture this weekend.
Liverpool certainly won’t have set the wheels in motion for any transfers just yet, especially with Slot not even confirmed as the new boss yet.
Geertruida will know a handful of Liverpool players from the Dutch national team setup with Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo all in action.
Perhaps Geertruida was just visiting to watch those players in action or just visiting London during a weekend off.
Fans will be wondering about a summer move for Geertruida though, given that is such a vital player under Slot.
The 23-year-old serves as Feyenoord’s vice-captain and he has an incredible connection with the fanbase at De Kuip as a Rotterdam-born player.
Geertruida’s versatility means that he often players as a right back or centre back, offering flexibility at the back.
Whether Liverpool need that profile of player is another matter given that Joe Gomez presents similar versatility.
Slot is certainly a big fan of Geertruida though and he will surely be a name that Liverpool at least consider this summer.