Slot Maintains He Is Safe and Retains Liverpool's Support After PSV Humiliation
Arne Slot admitted that it was expected for questions to be raised about his future following another heavy defeat versus the Dutch champions.
Liverpool suffered their 9th loss in 12 matches, marking the club's poorest streak after being relegated in the 1953-54 season.
They were taken apart by the Eredivisie title holders on a punishing night at their home ground.
“I am feeling safe, I'm fine, I have got a lot of support from above,” Slot commented.
“It would be nice to turn it around and earn three points of course but if you are in a managerial role and not doing well then it is normal that questions are asked.”
He noted, “I'm comfortable with my role. It is not the first time I’ve been in a challenging situation but it's crucial that we changed our fortunes.”
Discussions with Liverpool Hierarchy
Upon being questioned to expand on his discussions with the team officials, Slot revealed:
“We talk a lot. They are supportive to the team and to me and those talks happen but they aren't calling me all the time of the day to say they trust me.”
He further stated, “In the normal discussions I feel the trust. But I've not talked to them since this match so far so let’s see.”
Recurring Problems and Player Response
Slot lamented known shortcomings from his Liverpool side in their Champions League defeat, specifically missed opportunities and leaking goals.
Meanwhile, player Jones was more direct in his evaluation of the club’s predicament.
“I haven't got the solutions. Frankly, I don’t. I’m saying that to everybody,” the midfielder said.
“It’s just unacceptable. I don’t even need to wait to think about it. I'm beyond getting mad internally. I’m at the point now where I just don’t have the vocabulary.”
He continued, “It’s hard because I play for the team I support. I support them, and I've watched Liverpool since I was young.”
“For many years, I've not seen a Reds side going through a period such as this with performances so bad.”
Jones finished, “But we continue to wear the crest on our chest. And as long as that badge is taken away, we’re always going to battle.”
“We will attempt to bring this squad return to the top, demonstrate to all again what this club is about and why people call it the top club in the planet.”
“At this moment, we’re in the shit and it must improve.”
