It’s been a long week for Liverpool, as their win against Aston Villa was crucial to change the feeling around the team, and also the rumours about Arne Slot’s future following a terrible run of results in October for the Dutch manager. But what’s the reality? What really happened behind the scenes?
Despite poor results and a very difficult start to the season, Slot has never been considered in danger by Liverpool. This is valid for the owners, who are very happy with Slot as manager and as a person, but also for the board. They are constantly supporting the 47-year-old - even in difficult moments - and they are more than convinced about giving him time to sort out the situation.
Liverpool Never Discussed Replacing Arne Slot
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Liverpool never ever considered another manager, nor did they ever discuss a potential change with agents, intermediaries and people involved in the industry.
Even after the defeats in the Premier League, Champions League and League Cup, the answer from those internally at the club was clear: Slot is the best man to sort out this situation.
This is the feeling at Liverpool, and sources also guarantee that it’s the same for the players who share a very good and honest relationship with the manager. There are no issues or problems and Slot has always been in control of the dressing room.
The feeling at the club is that all the new additions from the summer transfer window need time to click and open their new chapter at Anfield.
Florian Wirtz arrived from a different league, the same as Jeremie Frimpong; Alexander Isak didn’t have any pre-season and this created some complications in building his physical condition, but there are no doubts about the signings with Liverpool waiting for them to reach their peak as soon as possible.
For sure, Slot is seen as a key part of the long-term project and no changes are anticipated even if Liverpool lose more games in the upcoming weeks. The Dutch manager retains the full backing of the club and players. This is the clear message: Liverpool and Slot, together again.