John Henry’s comments on Liverpool in the FA Cup puts Arne Slot’s future in new light

John Henry’s comments on Liverpool in the FA Cup puts Arne Slot’s future in new lightLiverpool went crashing out of the FA Cup at the weekend as another trophy passed them by, but if FSG's history says anything, then victory wouldn't have changed their view on Arne SlotCommentsSportSamuel Meade Sports Brand Writer11:48, 06 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesArne Slot watched on as Liverpool were outclassed by Man City(Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)Liverpool's FA Cup humiliation on Saturday means that Arne Slot can only claim the Champions League this term - but success in a domestic cup would likely have little bearing on his future if history tells us anything.‌Owners FSG have taken a dim view on success in cup competitions previously, especially if all they did was cover for poor Premier League form. They place their greatest importance on qualifying for the Champions League, which could prove defining in Slot's future.‌Liverpool's poor midseason form meant they all but surrendered their title hopes by the end of 2025 and they were dumped out of the Carabao Cup relatively early. Losing 4-0 at Manchester City was a blow this weekend, not least because the Reds were outclassed.‌But with Slot's future beyond this summer far from guaranteed, a loss in the FA Cup would likely have meant little change to the hierarchy's long-term plans. Back in 2012 Kenny Dalglish was in charge and claimed the Carabao Cup and reached the FA Cup final, all whilst finishing eighth in the league.READ MORE: Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk slammed after Liverpool horror show - 'This is unprecedented'READ MORE: Virgil van Dijk issues damning verdict after Man City thrashing leaves Liverpool reelingBack then FSG chief John W Henry made it clear that, FA Cup or no FA Cup, it became apparent across the course of the season that a change in the dugout was needed and Dalglish was given his marching orders.He said at the time: “The FA Cup would not have made...