Slot Insists He Feels Safe and Has Liverpool's Support After PSV Eindhoven Humiliation
The Liverpool head coach conceded that it was natural for concerns to be asked about his position after a further heavy loss versus PSV Eindhoven.
Liverpool suffered their 9th defeat in twelve matches, marking the club's poorest streak after being relegated in the 1953-54 season.
They were outplayed by the Eredivisie title holders on a difficult night at their home ground.
“I'm confident, I'm fine, I have got significant backing from the top,” Slot commented.
“It would be great to change things and get a victory of course but when you're in a managerial role and struggling then it's expected that questions are asked.”
He noted, “I'm comfortable with my role. This isn't the first time I’ve been in a challenging situation but it's crucial that we turned it around.”
Conversations with Club Management
Upon being questioned to expand on his discussions with the club's leadership, the head coach revealed:
“There's regular dialogue. They are helpful for the squad and for me and we discuss these matters but they aren't calling me all the time each day to say they trust me.”
He mentioned, “Through standard exchanges I sense the belief. But I've not talked to them after this match yet so we'll see.”
Familiar Issues and Squad Reaction
Slot highlighted known weaknesses from his Liverpool side in their Champions League loss, specifically poor finishing and leaking goals.
Meanwhile, player Jones was blunter in his assessment of the team's situation.
“I haven't got the answers. Truthfully, I do not. I'm telling that to everybody,” the midfielder stated.
“It’s just unacceptable. I don't need to wait to reflect. I’m past being angry inside. I've reached the stage now where I simply lack the phrases.”
He went on, “It’s hard because I’m playing for the side I follow. I'm a supporter, and I’ve seen Liverpool since I was young.”
“For many years, I've not seen a Reds side enduring a spell such as this with results like these.”
He stated, “But we still have the crest on our shirts. And until that badge is taken away, we'll continue to fight.”
“Our aim is to help the side return to the top, show everyone once more the values of this club and why it's known as the greatest side in the world.”
“But right now, things are bad and we have to turn it around.”
