Feyenoord Eyes Joseph Oosting as Potential Arne Slot Replacement Amid Liverpool Interest

With Arne Slot’s potential departure to Liverpool looming, Feyenoord has set its sights on FC Twente’s Joseph Oosting as a top candidate for the managerial role. As talks between Liverpool and Feyenoord progress, the Eredivisie side is preparing for the possibility of Slot’s exit by considering potential successors.

Slot, who has attracted Liverpool’s interest to replace Jurgen Klopp, has a contract with Feyenoord for two more years, without a release clause. Negotiating a compensation package with the Reds becomes necessary if Slot decides to make the move.

Feyenoord’s interest in Oosting comes after his impressive stint with FC Twente. Where he has guided the team to third place in the Eredivisie. While Oosting is seen as a frontrunner for the Feyenoord job, other candidates are also being considered.

Contrary to speculation, Feyenoord’s U18 coach Robin van Persie is not expected to be in contention for the managerial role. Instead, Van Persie is leaning towards taking his first senior managerial role with Heerenveen. Though talks with Feyenoord about coaching the U21 side have not materialized.

Arne Slot’s agent, Rafaela Pimenta, is set to discuss her client’s future with Feyenoord amid increasing speculation surrounding his potential move to Liverpool.

Liverpool has reportedly held discussions with Slot regarding the managerial vacancy, and if successful. Slot may seek to bring his assistant boss Sipke Hulshoff to Merseyside as part of the coaching setup.

While Sporting CP’s Ruben Amorim was previously considered for the positions. He is now no longer in contention after engaging in talks with West Ham. It appears unlikely that Amorim will take up either position next season, despite attracting interest from other clubs.

As Feyenoord prepares for potential changes, the club remains focused on its upcoming fixtures. With Slot’s press conference canceled ahead of their match against Go Ahead Eagles. Despite the ongoing speculation, Feyenoord is determined to navigate through the managerial transition smoothly.