Slot Deserves More Credit at Liverpool, Says Former Right-Hand Man in Bold Klopp Comparison

Arne Slot’s early impact at Liverpool has sparked fresh debate after strong comments from his former assistant at Feyenoord, Marino Pusic, who insists the Dutch manager is not yet getting the recognition he deserves at Anfield.

Pusic, who worked closely with Slot during their successful spell at Feyenoord, believes the current Liverpool head coach has already achieved something significant in taking charge at one of football’s most demanding jobs.

Speaking about Slot’s start at Liverpool FC, Pusic said:

“I think Arne deserves much more credit at Liverpool right now than he is getting.

Many people forget how frequently Liverpool has become champion of England in recent decades. Arne did it right away in his first season, but Jurgen Klopp has also only won the Premier League title once.”

The comments are likely to divide opinion among supporters, especially given the enormous legacy left by Jürgen Klopp, who delivered Premier League and Champions League success during his time at Anfield and rebuilt the club into consistent title challengers.

Slot arrived on Merseyside under huge pressure, tasked with following one of the most influential managers in modern football. Despite that, he has already begun shaping the team in his own image, with tactical adjustments and a focus on control and structure.

However, as Pusic suggests, expectations at Liverpool are now so high that even strong starts can be quickly taken for granted. The comparison to Klopp’s era continues to dominate discussion, with every result measured against the standards set during his reign.

Pusic’s defence of Slot adds fuel to an ongoing conversation around patience and perspective in elite football management. While some fans demand immediate dominance, others argue that Slot deserves time and credit for steadying and evolving a side built in the shadow of a club legend.

One thing is clear — Slot’s Liverpool journey will continue to be judged not just on results, but on how successfully he steps out of Klopp’s towering shadow.

Jamie (The Kopite View)