A surprising summer departure could be on the cards at Anfield following speculation of unrest behind the scenes involving head coach .
Liverpool edged past Sunderland 1–0 at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night, with captain rising highest to nod home the decisive goal in the second half. The hard-fought victory keeps the Reds within striking distance of the top four as the Premier League season approaches its climax.
With only 12 league matches remaining, the pressure is mounting. Despite delivering the title in his debut campaign, Slot has openly admitted this season has been the most demanding of his managerial career.
Failure to secure qualification for the 2026/27 Champions League would mark a rare setback for the six-time European champions — potentially their first absence from the competition in a decade. That possibility has fueled speculation that several key players could consider their futures.
One of the names frequently mentioned is , while former Reds midfielder continues to be linked with a potential return to Anfield in a managerial capacity should changes occur.
However, another player whose situation has attracted growing attention is academy graduate .
The 25-year-old has made 32 appearances this season but has started just 13 Premier League matches. Reports suggest he could explore opportunities abroad, with Italian heavyweights previously credited with interest during the winter window. are also believed to be monitoring the situation.
Former Liverpool winger has weighed in on the speculation, hinting that a possible disagreement between Jones and Slot may be influencing the uncertainty. According to Pennant, interest from Spurs and Inter, combined with the current dynamics between player and manager, could signal that all is not entirely harmonious.
At this stage, however, there is no confirmed evidence of a fallout. The suggestions remain speculative, and Jones remains under contract at Liverpool until the summer of 2027.
With the season reaching a critical stage and major trophies still within reach, the coming months could prove decisive — not just for Slot’s future, but for several members of the squad as well.