Arne Slot Maintains He Is Safe and Has The Club's Support Following PSV Defeat
The Liverpool head coach acknowledged that it's expected for doubts to be raised about his position following another convincing defeat versus the Dutch champions.
The Reds endured their 9th loss in twelve matches, representing the team's worst streak since being demoted in 1953-54.
They were dominated by the Dutch league champions on a punishing evening at Anfield.
“I feel secure, things are alright, I have got a lot of backing from the top,” Slot commented.
“It would be nice to turn it around and get a victory naturally but if you are coaching a team and not doing well then it's expected that questions are asked.”
He noted, “I accept my position. It is not the initial instance I've found myself in a challenging situation but it's necessary that we improved our results.”
Conversations with The Board
When asked to provide details on his dialogues with the club's leadership, Slot explained:
“There's regular dialogue. They are helpful to the team and for me and we have those conversations but they don't phone me constantly each day to say they trust me.”
He further stated, “Through standard conversations we have I sense the trust. But I've not talked to them after this match so far so we'll see.”
Recurring Problems and Player Reaction
The manager highlighted recurring weaknesses from his squad in their Champions League defeat, specifically wasted chances and leaking goals.
Meanwhile, midfielder Curtis Jones was more forthright in his evaluation of the current crisis.
“I haven't got the answers. Honestly, I do not. I’m saying that to all,” the midfielder said.
“It's simply not good enough. I don't have to wait to consider it. I’m past feeling anger inside. I've reached the stage now where I just don’t have the words.”
He continued, “It's tough because I play for the team I support. I support them, and I’ve seen this club for years.”
“For many years, I haven’t experienced a Liverpool team experiencing a period like this with performances so bad.”
Jones concluded, “But we still have that badge on our shirts. And until it is removed, we'll continue to battle.”
“Our aim is to get this team back to its rightful place, demonstrate to all again what Liverpool stands for and why people call it the greatest side in the planet.”
“However currently, we're in trouble and it must improve.”
