Arne Slot Insists He Is Secure and Retains Liverpool's Support After PSV Eindhoven Loss
The Liverpool head coach acknowledged that it was understandable for questions to be raised about his position following a further heavy defeat versus the Dutch champions.
Liverpool suffered their 9th loss in twelve games, marking the team's poorest run after being relegated in the 1953-54 season.
They were taken apart by the Dutch league champions on a punishing evening at Anfield.
“I am feeling safe, I'm fine, I have got a lot of support from above,” the coach stated.
“It would be great to change things and earn three points naturally but if you are working as a coach and underperforming then it's expected that doubts arise.”
He added, “I am OK with my situation. This isn't the first time I've found myself in a difficult position but it's crucial that we changed our fortunes.”
Discussions with Club Management
Upon being questioned to expand on his discussions with the team officials, Slot revealed:
“We communicate frequently. They are supportive to the team and to me and those talks happen but they don't phone me all the time of the day to say they have faith in me.”
He further stated, “In the normal discussions I sense the belief. But I've not talked to them since this defeat so far so it remains to be seen.”
Persistent Problems and Squad Response
Slot expressed regret over known weaknesses from his squad in their European defeat, namely missed opportunities and leaking goals.
Meanwhile, player Curtis Jones was more direct in his evaluation of the team's situation.
“I haven't got the solutions. Honestly, I do not. I'm telling that to everyone,” Jones stated.
“It’s just not good enough. I don’t even need to wait to consider it. I'm beyond feeling anger inside. I’m at the point now where I simply lack the phrases.”
He added, “It’s hard because I’m playing for the club I love. I’m a fan, and I've watched this club all my life.”
“For many years, I've not seen a Liverpool team going through a spell like this with outcomes so bad.”
Jones concluded, “But we continue to wear the emblem on our shirts. And as long as that badge is gone, we will always fight.”
“Our aim is to bring this squad back to its rightful place, prove again what Liverpool stands for and why it's known as the greatest side in the world.”
“At this moment, we’re in the shit and it must improve.”
