Arne Slot Maintains He Is Safe and Retains The Club's Support Following PSV Loss
Arne Slot conceded that it was understandable for questions to be raised about his future after another heavy loss versus the Dutch champions.
The Reds suffered their ninth defeat in 12 games, marking the team's worst streak after being relegated in the 1953-54 season.
They were dominated by the Dutch league champions on a tough evening at Anfield.
“I am feeling safe, I am OK, I have got significant support from management,” the coach commented.
“It would be nice to turn it around and get a victory of course but if you are in a managerial role and not doing well then it's typical that people question you.”
He added, “I accept my position. This isn't the first time I’ve been in a difficult position but it's necessary that we improved our results.”
Discussions with The Board
When asked to elaborate on his dialogues with the club's leadership, the head coach explained:
“We communicate frequently. They assist to the team and for me and those talks happen but they don't phone me all the time each day to say they have faith in me.”
He added, “In the normal conversations we have I sense the trust. But I've not talked to them since this defeat so far so let’s see.”
Familiar Failings and Squad Reaction
Slot lamented known shortcomings from his squad in their European defeat, namely wasted chances and conceding too easily.
Meanwhile, midfielder Jones was more direct in his assessment of the team's situation.
“I haven't got the solutions. Frankly, I don’t. I’m saying that to all,” the midfielder said.
“It's simply not good enough. I don’t even need to wait to reflect. I’m past getting mad internally. I’m at the point now where I just don’t have the phrases.”
He went on, “It's difficult because I’m playing for the side I follow. I’m a fan, and I've watched Liverpool for years.”
“In recent memory, I haven’t experienced a Liverpool team enduring a period such as this with performances like these.”
He finished, “But we still have the crest on our chest. And until it is gone, we'll continue to fight.”
“We’re going to try to bring this squad back to its rightful place, show everyone once more what Liverpool stands for and why it's known as the best team in the world.”
“At this moment, we're in trouble and it needs to change.”