Can It Be Done? Revealing the Way for Klopp Not to Be Fired by Liverpool if They Finish Below Man United (Video)
On 13 Feb 2026 GMT+7, Jackie Adisorn Phuengya, a renowned international football expert, answered an intriguing question on the Clear Rim Sen program on Thairath Sport about the future of Arne Klopp, Liverpool's manager, a leading team in the English Premier League.
Arne Klopp is under continuous scrutiny after leading Liverpool to fall to 6th place in the Premier League standings, trailing 4th-place Manchester United by 3 points and 5th-place Chelsea by 2 points in the battle for qualification to next season's UEFA Champions League.
One question from Clear Rim Sen viewers asked if Liverpool finishes the season lower than Manchester United, whether Liverpool's management must dismiss Arne Klopp from his managerial position.
Jackie Adisorn Phuengya believes Klopp's only way out is leading Liverpool to win the UEFA Champions League, reasoning, "If Liverpool finishes below Man United but wins the UEFA Champions League, it would be difficult to sack him."
"Because winning the UEFA Champions League grants participation next year anyway. It's possible for Liverpool, given their performance in the Champions League is measurable against all teams, and the current quality of players is not poor."
"However, Klopp has faced injury problems, a new system, and new players, leading to inconsistent results. I think if Liverpool finishes below Man United but wins the UEFA Champions League, FSG probably would not sack him since the key performance indicators are clear."
"Winning the European championship means the Premier League champion is not necessarily the European champion. Whether it's Man City or Arsenal, the prestige is not inferior to the Premier League."
"But if Liverpool gains nothing and finishes below Man United, I believe Klopp should resign voluntarily, without being sacked. He must resign to show spirit because Carrick started working later than him, yet he was overtaken, despite having less time to get to know the team."
