Arne Slot Maintains He Feels Safe and Retains Liverpool's Support After PSV Loss
The Liverpool head coach admitted that it's expected for doubts to be asked about his position following another convincing defeat against the Dutch champions.
The Reds endured their ninth loss in 12 matches, representing the team's worst run since being relegated in the 1953-54 season.
They were outplayed by the Dutch league title holders on a difficult evening at Anfield.
“I'm confident, I am OK, I've received plenty of support from management,” the coach commented.
“It would be great to turn it around and earn three points naturally but when you're coaching a team and struggling then it's typical that people question you.”
He continued, “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 Liverpool hierarchy, Slot explained:
“We communicate frequently. They assist to the team and to me and we have those conversations but they don’t call me all the time of the day to say they trust me.”
He further stated, “During our regular exchanges I sense the confidence. But I haven’t spoken to them since this defeat so far so it remains to be seen.”
Familiar Issues and Player Response
Slot expressed regret over familiar shortcomings from his team in their European loss, specifically missed opportunities and defensive lapses.
Meanwhile, midfielder Jones was more direct in his view of the team's situation.
“I haven't got the solutions. Frankly, I don’t. I'm telling that to all,” Jones remarked.
“It's simply unacceptable. I don’t even have to wait to reflect. I'm beyond being angry inside. I've reached the stage now where I simply lack the vocabulary.”
He added, “It's difficult because I play for the side I follow. I'm a supporter, and I've watched this club all my life.”
“In recent memory, I've not seen a Reds side experiencing a phase such as this with performances like these.”
Jones finished, “But we continue to wear that badge on our chest. And as long as it is gone, we’re always going to compete.”
“Our aim is to help the side return to where it needs to be, prove once more the values of this club and the reason it's called the greatest side in the planet.”
“At this moment, we’re in the shit and we have to turn it around.”
