Arne Slot Asserts He Is Safe and Retains The Club's Backing Following PSV Eindhoven Humiliation
Arne Slot conceded that it's natural for questions to be raised about his position following another heavy defeat versus PSV Eindhoven.
Liverpool endured their ninth defeat in 12 matches, representing the team's worst streak after being demoted in the 1953-54 season.
They were outplayed by the Dutch league champions on a punishing evening at Anfield.
“I'm confident, I'm fine, I have got a lot of support from above,” Slot commented.
“It would be great to reverse this trend and secure a win obviously but if you are working as a coach and struggling then it's typical that questions are asked.”
He noted, “I am OK with my situation. This isn't the first time I’ve been in a tough spot but it's necessary that we improved our results.”
Talks with The Board
Upon being questioned to expand on his conversations with the club's leadership, the head coach said:
“There's regular dialogue. They assist for the squad and to me and those talks happen but they don't phone me constantly of the day to say they have faith in me.”
He mentioned, “Through standard conversations we have I sense the trust. However I haven’t spoken to them since this defeat so far so let’s see.”
Recurring Problems and Squad Response
The manager highlighted known shortcomings from his team in their Champions League loss, specifically missed opportunities and leaking goals.
Meanwhile, player Jones was blunter in his evaluation of the club’s predicament.
“I don’t have the answers. Honestly, I don’t. I’m saying that to everyone,” Jones said.
“It is not good enough. I don't need to wait to reflect. I’m past getting mad internally. I’m at the point currently where I simply lack the phrases.”
He went on, “It's difficult because I play for the club I love. I'm a supporter, and I’ve seen Liverpool since I was young.”
“For many years, I've not seen a Liverpool team going through a phase like this with outcomes like these.”
Jones concluded, “However we still have the emblem on our chest. And until it is gone, we will always fight.”
“We’re going to try to get this team return to its rightful place, demonstrate to all once more the values of this club and why people call it the best team in the planet.”
“At this moment, we're in trouble and we have to turn it around.”
