Micah Richards, former footballer and current pundit, has expressed that Liverpool should not dismiss head coach Arne Slot despite the team's struggles this season. Liverpool, currently fifth in the Premier League with 52 points from 32 games, faces the prospect of a trophyless season after being eliminated from the FA Cup, Carabao Cup, and UEFA Champions League. Slot, who took over in the summer of 2024 following Jurgen Klopp's departure, had a successful debut season, leading the Reds to the Premier League title. However, this season has been marred by injuries to key players, including the £125 million summer signing Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike. Additionally, star player Mohamed Salah's performance has dipped as he prepares to leave the club. Richards believes Slot deserves time to turn things around, especially given the challenges he has faced with player availability. After their exit from the Champions League, Slot emphasized the need for the remaining Premier League matches to secure a spot in next season's UEFA Champions League.