Arne Slot Asserts He Feels Safe and Has Liverpool's Backing After PSV Eindhoven Loss
The Liverpool head coach acknowledged that it was natural for doubts to be raised about his future following another heavy loss versus the Dutch champions.
Liverpool suffered their 9th loss in 12 games, representing the team's poorest streak after being relegated in the 1953-54 season.
They were dominated by the Dutch league title holders on a tough evening at their home ground.
“I feel secure, I'm fine, I've received significant backing from above,” Slot commented.
“It would be nice to change things and earn three points obviously but when you're coaching a team and underperforming then it's typical that people question you.”
He added, “I accept my position. It is not the first time I’ve been in a difficult position but it is about time that we turned it around.”
Talks with Club Management
Upon being questioned to expand on his discussions with the team officials, the head coach revealed:
“There's regular dialogue. They assist to the team and to me and we discuss these matters but they don’t call me constantly each day to say they back me.”
He mentioned, “Through standard conversations we have I sense the belief. However I've not talked to them after this match yet so we'll see.”
Persistent Problems and Player Response
Slot expressed regret over recurring weaknesses from his team in their European defeat, namely wasted chances and conceding too easily.
Meanwhile, player Curtis Jones was more direct in his assessment of the club’s predicament.
“I haven't got the solutions. Honestly, I do not. I’m saying that to all,” the midfielder stated.
“It's simply unacceptable. I don't need to wait to reflect. I’m past feeling anger internally. I've reached the stage now where I simply lack the words.”
He continued, “It’s hard because I’m playing for the team I support. I’m a fan, and I've watched this club for years.”
“In recent memory, I've not seen a Reds side enduring a phase of this nature with performances like these.”
He stated, “But we still have the emblem on our shirts. And as long as that badge is removed, we will always compete.”
“We will attempt to bring this squad back to where it needs to be, demonstrate to all again what this club is about and the reason it's called the best team in the world.”
“At this moment, things are bad and we have to turn it around.”
