Liverpool have dismissed head coach Arne Slot after two seasons in charge at Anfield, the club announced. The Dutch manager's departure comes following a difficult campaign that saw the club struggle to defend their Premier League title.

Slot had led Liverpool to Premier League glory in his first season, but his second campaign proved far more challenging. The team's performance declined significantly, leading to what sources describe as a disappointing follow-up to his title-winning debut season.

The dismissal represents a dramatic turn of fortunes for Slot, who had been celebrated for his initial success with the Merseyside club. His tenure at Liverpool lasted two seasons, during which he experienced both the heights of Premier League success and the subsequent struggles that ultimately led to his departure.

Andoni Iraola has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Slot as Liverpool's new head coach, according to reports. The search for a new manager comes at a crucial time for the club as they look to rebuild and return to competitive form.

Liverpool's current season has been marked by inconsistent performances, with the team facing what has been characterized as a scramble for European qualification rather than competing for major honors. The club will now focus on appointing a successor who can restore their previous standards and ambitions.