Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has called out Arne Slot for a perceived lack of leadership following the club’s humiliating 4-0 FA Cup quarter-final exit at the hands of Manchester City.

The defeat at the Etihad, which featured a hat-trick from Erling Haaland and a missed penalty by the departing Mohamed Salah, has pushed the Reds’ season to the brink of collapse.

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Speaking during the post-match coverage, Fowler expressed his deep concern over the mental state of the squad and the manager’s inability to spark a reaction.

Robbie Fowler blames Arne Slot for Liverpool mess

Fowler was blunt in his assessment of the current management, arguing that the responsibility for the team’s current problems lies firmly at the door of the head coach, who he believes has failed to provide the necessary spark during difficult moments.

Fowler told TNT Sports (via BBC Sport):

“Arne Slot has to get the players to be better versions of what they are. You need leaders to drag people through tough times. That’s what you need, but we are not seeing that from the manager.”

The former striker noted that he...