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Walk On: How Arne Slot led Liverpool to Premier League glory
By (Author) James Pearce
HarperCollins Publishers
HarperNorth
1st March 2026
6th November 2025
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
Sports teams and clubs
Sports training and coaching
Biography: sport
History of sport
Hardback
336
Width 159mm, Height 240mm, Spine 24mm
270g
The definitive chronicle of Arne Slots debut season as the manager of Liverpool FC, filled with exclusive interviews and unparalleled insight
An engrossing and inspiring account of a new managers remarkable rise to prominence
In the wake of a turbulent transition period and a redefined footballing landscape, Arne Slot arrived at Liverpool FC with little fanfare but a burning ambition. As a relatively unknown figure in English football, his appointment was met with scepticism. However, by the end of the 2024-2025 season, Slot would prove all doubters wrong by leading the Reds to their first Premier League title since 2020, restoring the team to its rightful place among Europes elite.
This book will provide a richly detailed, narrative-driven account of Slots journey, blending tactical analysis, compelling player stories, and Pearce's unique access to the club's inner workings. It will provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of how Slot transformed Liverpool into Premier League champions, overcoming obstacles, personal challenges, and rival managers along the way.
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James Pearce is Liverpool Correspondent for the Athletic, which he joined after fourteen years at the Liverpool Echo. He has spent well over a decade covering the fortunes of Liverpool FC across the globe to give fans the inside track on the Reds from the dressing room to the boardroom. Renowned for his deep insight into Liverpool FC, Pearces reputation for telling nuanced, human-centered stories ensures has earned him a huge social media profile. He can be found on X as @JamesPearceLFC. This is his first book.