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Jamie Carragher, former Liverpool defender, has cast doubt on Liverpool's chances of qualifying for next season's UEFA Champions League under head coach Arne Slot. Carragher emphasized that Arne Slot's position would become untenable if Liverpool fails to secure a spot in Europe's elite competition, especially after a defeat to Bournemouth dropped them to sixth in the Premier League. He voiced his concerns on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football, stating that Liverpool fans have shown too much disrespect towards Slot, considering the team won the league title last season. Nevertheless, failure to qualify for the Champions League would mean Slot "doesn't have a leg to stand on," according to Carragher. The current scenario is alarming for Liverpool, as victories by rivals Manchester United and Chelsea have intensified the race for Champions League positions. Carragher highlighted the difficulties Liverpool faces with the demands of the Premier League, particularly in dealing with set-pieces, counter-attacks, and defensive low blocks, which are pivotal in domestic performances. He drew a comparison between Liverpool's domestic and European competencies, suggesting that their struggles in the Premier League are not mirrored in their European performances. In Europe, Liverpool has been successful against teams like Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and Marseille, emphasizing that their style of play is better suited to European competitions, where set-pieces, counter-attacks, and low blocks are less influential. Carragher's analysis underlined the importance of Champions League qualification for Liverpool's future, both on the financial and sporting fronts. With a £450 million squad and the highest wage bill in the Premier League, expectations are high, and failing to meet them raises serious questions about squad management and coaching leadership. He concluded by expressing concern over Liverpool's current adaptation to Premier League football, implying that without change, their prospects of securing a Champions League spot domestically remain bleak.