Liverpool’s current struggles are undeniably raising eyebrows, especially considering the high bar set during the previous era. Following Saturday’s defeat, captain Virgil van Dijk rightly pointed out the need for collective accountability within the team. As of november 24, 2025, the team has secured only one league win in their last seven matches, a concerning trend that’s inevitably drawing comparisons to the club’s recent past.
The Weight of Expectation: Navigating Life After Klopp
it’s a familiar scenario in football: a legendary manager departs, adn the successor faces immediate scrutiny. I’ve found that the shadow of a hugely successful predecessor can be incredibly long, impacting not only performance but also the perception of the new regime. Wayne Rooney recently observed that Arne Slot is facing this very challenge, with Jurgen Klopp‘s name frequently invoked whenever results falter.
This isn’t unique to Liverpool, of course. Consider the difficulties david Moyes and Louis van Gaal experienced at Manchester United after Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement. the constant references to the previous manager – He’s not Jurgen Klopp, he’s not as good as Jurgen Klopp
– can create an unfair and distracting surroundings.
However,Rooney believes the key lies
