Liverpool supporters were hoping for a glimpse of Calvin Ramsay in the right-back slot today, after injuries and suspensions left the squad stretched. But at his pre-match press conference, Arne Slot made it clear that Ramsay still won’t be featuring — and gave a telling insight into his thinking.
> “If you don’t win a game, the players who aren’t playing become the best players in the squad,” Slot said.
> “I just want to protect all my players. I’ve chosen other players until now… and I will to the same tomorrow.”
The comments will frustrate many fans. With the Liverpool right-back position effectively in crisis, the expectation was that Ramsay would finally get a chance to step up. Yet Slot’s words suggest he is prioritising player protection and trust over immediately solving the problem on the pitch.
For supporters, the quote may not offer much reassurance. Ramsay is ready, fit, and has the experience to slot into the first team, but Slot’s approach shows that he is playing the long game — valuing consistent selections and managing his squad carefully.
It’s a difficult balancing act. On one hand, Liverpool need solutions to cover injuries and suspensions. On the other, Slot clearly believes that throwing Ramsay in under pressure might do more harm than good, both for the player and the team’s cohesion.
The press conference statement underscores a recurring theme this season: Slot is unafraid to make unpopular decisions, even when they frustrate fans. But for supporters watching the right-back situation unfold, patience is running thin. The big question remains: when will Ramsay finally get his chance?