Arne Slot Maintains He Is Secure and Retains Liverpool's Support After PSV Defeat
Arne Slot acknowledged that it's natural for concerns to be asked about his future following a further heavy loss versus the Dutch champions.
Liverpool suffered their ninth loss in twelve matches, marking the team's poorest streak since being demoted in the 1953-54 season.
They were dominated by the Eredivisie title holders on a difficult evening at their home ground.
“I am feeling safe, I'm fine, I have got a lot of support from above,” the coach commented.
“It would be nice to reverse this trend and earn three points naturally but if you are in a managerial role and underperforming then it is normal that doubts arise.”
He continued, “I'm comfortable with my situation. This isn't the first time I've found myself in a tough spot but it's crucial that we turned it around.”
Discussions with Club Management
When asked to expand on his discussions with the team officials, the head coach said:
“We talk a lot. They assist to the team and for me and we discuss these matters but they don’t call me all the time each day to say they trust me.”
He added, “During our regular exchanges I perceive the trust. But I've not talked to them after this game yet so we'll see.”
Persistent Failings and Player Response
The manager expressed regret over familiar failings from his squad in their Champions League loss, specifically missed opportunities and leaking goals.
Meanwhile, midfielder Curtis Jones was more forthright in his view of the current crisis.
“I don’t have the answers. Truthfully, I don’t. I'm telling that to all,” the midfielder remarked.
“It’s just unacceptable. I don't need to wait to think about it. I'm beyond getting mad internally. I've reached the stage now where I just don’t have the phrases.”
He continued, “It's difficult because I’m playing for the club I love. I’m a fan, and I’ve seen this club for years.”
“In a long, long time, I haven’t experienced a Liverpool team experiencing a period such as this with outcomes this poor.”
Jones concluded, “However we continue to wear the emblem on our shirts. And as long as it is gone, we'll continue to compete.”
“We’re going to try to bring this squad return to the top, demonstrate to all once more what Liverpool stands for and why people call it the greatest side in the world.”
“But right now, we’re in the shit and it must improve.”
