In fresh quotes from the Liverpool head coach, Arne Slot says he never thought about stepping away at any point in this difficult campaign. Earlier, the Reds boss said he expects to be in charge next term.
"I have always wanted to carry on and I have never once thought what you are suggesting because, as I have said many times, I think this club is in a much better place next season than this season because of what I have already said 150 times," he said.
"Even this season there was a lot to play for. Two months ago we lost to Paris Saint-Germain and (Manchester) City and that was the first time we were not able to win anything anymore. But we can still ‘win’ qualification for the Champions League.
"It is the first time in my career that I am not in the end playing for a trophy. Only once I didn’t win something, so now it is going to be the second year. That is going to be a bit new. But until two months ago we were still fighting for things. So, no, not once did that (walking away) go through my mind."
Arne Slot new head coach of Liverpool and Richard Hughes sporting director of Liverpool during thier first press conference at AXA Training Centre on July 05, 2024 in Kirkby, England
Arne Slot has confirmed he has been involved in talks with Richard Hughes ahead of the summer(Image: Getty Images)