Slot Asserts He Feels Secure and Retains Liverpool's Backing Following PSV Defeat
Arne Slot admitted that it was expected for doubts to be raised about his future following another convincing defeat versus PSV Eindhoven.
The Reds endured their 9th loss in twelve games, representing the club's worst run after being demoted in the 1953-54 season.
They were outplayed by the Eredivisie title holders on a difficult evening at their home ground.
“I feel secure, I'm fine, I've received significant backing from the top,” Slot commented.
“It would be great to change things and earn three points obviously but if you are in a managerial role and not doing well then it's typical that doubts arise.”
He noted, “I accept my situation. This isn't the initial instance I've found myself in a tough spot but it's crucial that we turned it around.”
Discussions with The Board
When asked to expand on his dialogues with the club's leadership, Slot revealed:
“There's regular dialogue. They assist to the team and for me and we discuss these matters but they aren't calling me every single minute each day to say they have faith in me.”
He mentioned, “In the normal conversations we have I perceive the belief. But I've not talked to them since this defeat yet so let’s see.”
Persistent Failings and Squad Response
Slot highlighted familiar weaknesses from his team in their Champions League defeat, namely poor finishing and defensive lapses.
Meanwhile, player Curtis Jones was more direct in his assessment of the current crisis.
“I don’t have the answers. Frankly, I don’t. I'm telling that to all,” Jones remarked.
“It’s just not good enough. I don’t even need to wait to think about it. I’m past getting mad internally. I’m at the point currently where I just don’t have the phrases.”
He went on, “It’s hard because I play for the team I support. I'm a supporter, and I’ve seen this club for years.”
“In a long, long time, I've not seen a Liverpool team enduring a period of this nature with performances this poor.”
Jones concluded, “However we continue to wear that badge on our shirts. And as long as that badge is removed, we will always fight.”
“We will attempt to get this team back to the top, prove again what Liverpool stands for 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.”
