BREAKING NEWS:‼️ “I swear to the heavens, Arne Slot shouldn’t take the blame alone! You see him — Konaté — he’s the real definition of a big-time flop!” Furious fan lashes out after Aston Villa clash.

Fans Turn on Konaté After Aston Villa Clash

Tempers are boiling inside Anfield — and this time, Ibrahima Konaté has found himself at the center of the storm.

Following Liverpool’s tense encounter with Aston Villa, one furious supporter’s comments have gone viral after passionately defending manager Arne Slot while calling out Konaté as one of the team’s biggest weaknesses.

“I swear to the heavens, Arne Slot shouldn’t take the blame alone! You see him — Konaté — he’s the real definition of a big-time flop! Playing that kind of rubbish against a stubborn Aston Villa side is an outright embarrassment. If Klopp was still in charge, he’d have been gone a long time ago. From the start of this season, it’s crystal clear — he’s one of Liverpool’s biggest problems.”

Despite the Win, Frustration Boils Over

Even though Liverpool managed to scrape through with a narrow win, fans were anything but satisfied with Konaté’s defensive display.

From misplaced passes to lapses in concentration, the French defender looked vulnerable under pressure — especially in moments where Villa threatened to equalize. Many supporters felt the 25-year-old was rescued by Virgil van Dijk’s leadership and Alisson’s reflexes rather than his own defensive stability.

Social media erupted shortly after full-time, with fans expressing frustration at what they called a “recurring problem” in Liverpool’s backline.

Supporters Demand Action Before January Window

Calls for immediate changes have grown louder, with many urging FSG to offload Konaté in the upcoming January transfer window.

On X (formerly Twitter), one fan wrote:

“Let’s forget that we won — this guy is a big liability and we need to get rid of him in January. Enough is enough.”

Another added:

“Konaté has been poor all season. He’s strong and fast, yes, but his awareness is shocking. We can’t keep conceding cheap goals because of him.”

Pundits React: “He Looks Mentally Drained”

Former Premier League defender Jamie Carragher weighed in on Konaté’s performance, suggesting the Frenchman may be struggling with confidence.

“You can see it in his body language — he’s hesitant, second-guessing his movement. That’s not the Konaté we saw under Klopp. Maybe Slot’s system doesn’t suit him, or maybe he just needs time to rediscover his form.”

Meanwhile, Chris Sutton, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, was more blunt:

“He’s too inconsistent to be a top-level starter for Liverpool right now. Slot needs to make a decision — either fix him fast or move him on.”

A Troubling Pattern Emerging

This isn’t the first time Konaté has come under fire this season.

In previous matches, his positional awareness and decision-making have been questioned, particularly during Liverpool’s heavy defeat to Crystal Palace and the frustrating draw against Brentford.

Many fans argue that while Konaté has the physical tools of an elite defender, his lapses at key moments have cost Liverpool valuable points — and patience among supporters is running thin.

Arne Slot Defends His Player

In his post-match press conference, Arne Slot refused to single out any individual for criticism, choosing instead to defend the squad as a unit.

“We win together and we lose together. Every player has ups and downs. Konaté is a great professional, and I still have faith in him.”

However, reports from within Anfield suggest that the coaching staff are growing increasingly concerned about the player’s mental sharpness and concentration under pressure.

Fan Divide: Hope vs Frustration

While a large section of the fanbase wants Konaté dropped or sold, a smaller group still believes he can turn things around.

One supporter wrote:

“He just needs confidence. Remember, under Klopp he had brilliant games. Don’t throw him away too quickly.”

Another fired back:

“Confidence or not, Liverpool can’t keep suffering because of one player’s errors. We need results — not excuses.”

Liverpool’s Next Step

With tough fixtures ahead, including crucial Premier League ties and European nights on the horizon, Arne Slot faces a defining choice — keep faith in Konaté or shake up the backline before it’s too late.

One thing is certain: the fans have spoken, and patience is wearing thin.

Let’s forget that we won — this guy is a big liability and we need to get rid of him in January