Liverpool reach financial agreement for Arne Slot to manage Netherlands
Former Liverpool manager Arne Slot is poised to take charge of the Netherlands national team after the Premier League club agreed a unique financial settlement regarding his compensation.
The Dutch coach was dismissed by the Merseyside outfit in May despite securing the domestic title during his debut campaign.
Rather than paying a traditional lump-sum severance, the Reds had originally committed to paying his monthly salary until next summer.
According to reports in the Netherlands, that arrangement has now been restructured to facilitate his move into international football.
The Anfield hierarchy will instead top up his national team wages during his first year to match his previous club salary.
Replacing Ronald Koeman
This pragmatic compromise is expected to save the English giants millions in ongoing compensation payouts.
The national football association identified the former Feyenoord boss as their primary target following Ronald Koeman’s departure.
Koeman left his post after an unexpected elimination at the hands of Morocco in the round of 32 at the recent World Cup.
Dutch chiefs are eager to finalise a permanent appointment swiftly ahead of an impending Nations League fixture against Germany.
That upcoming clash adds a fascinating subplot, given that former Anfield favourite Jurgen Klopp recently took the reins of the German national side.
A Shifting Landscape at Anfield
During his solitary season in England, the title-winning tactician earned nearly £7m.
This impressive figure was boosted significantly by lucrative bonuses linked to their Premier League triumph.
His subsequent departure paved the way for Andoni Iraola to take over the managerial hot seat on Merseyside.
The 44-year-old Spaniard held his introductory press conference on Monday after signing a two-year contract with the club.
When questioned on his preference for shorter deals, the new head coach offered a remarkably candid explanation.
“Two-year deals, coaching, contracts don’t matter a lot,” Iraola explained.
“I don’t want to be in a place because of a contract. I sign year to year.”