Arne Slot Asserts He Is Safe and Has The Club's Support After PSV Loss
The Liverpool head coach admitted that it's natural for concerns to be asked about his future after a further heavy defeat versus the Dutch champions.
Liverpool endured their ninth loss in 12 matches, representing the club's poorest streak after being demoted in the 1953-54 season.
They were taken apart by the Dutch league champions on a tough night at their home ground.
“I'm confident, things are alright, I've received significant support from the top,” Slot remarked.
“It's important to change things and earn three points obviously but if you are working as a coach and underperforming then it's typical that questions are asked.”
He added, “I'm comfortable with my situation. It is not the first time I've found myself in a difficult position but it's crucial that we improved our results.”
Discussions with Club Management
When asked to provide details on his dialogues with the club's leadership, the head coach explained:
“There's regular dialogue. They are supportive to the team and to me and those talks happen but they don't phone me constantly each day to say they trust me.”
He mentioned, “During our regular exchanges I feel the trust. However I haven’t spoken to them after this defeat yet so we'll see.”
Recurring Failings and Player Response
The manager highlighted familiar failings from his Liverpool side in their Champions League defeat, specifically wasted chances and defensive lapses.
Meanwhile, midfielder Curtis Jones was more forthright in his assessment of the club’s predicament.
“I haven't got the solutions. Truthfully, I don’t. I’m saying that to everybody,” the midfielder said.
“It is unacceptable. I don't have to wait to think about it. I’m past getting mad inside. I've reached the stage now where I simply lack the phrases.”
He added, “It’s hard because I play for the club I love. I’m a fan, and I've watched Liverpool all my life.”
“In a long, long time, I've not seen a Reds side experiencing a period of this nature with performances this poor.”
He concluded, “But we continue to wear that badge on our chest. And as long as it is removed, we will always fight.”
“We will attempt to get this team return to its rightful place, demonstrate to all once more what Liverpool stands for and why it's known as the top club in the world.”
“At this moment, we're in trouble and it needs to change.”
