Slot Insists He Is Secure and Retains The Club's Backing Following PSV Loss

Arne Slot admitted that it was expected for doubts to be asked about his position after a further convincing defeat versus PSV Eindhoven.

The Reds endured their ninth defeat in twelve games, representing the team's poorest run since being demoted in the 1953-54 season.

They were outplayed by the Eredivisie title holders on a difficult evening at their home ground.

“I am feeling safe, I'm fine, I've received significant support from above,” Slot commented.

“It's important to turn it around and earn three points obviously but if you are coaching a team and struggling then it is normal that doubts arise.”

He noted, “I'm comfortable with my position. This isn't the initial instance I’ve been in a difficult position but it's necessary that we turned it around.”

Discussions with Liverpool Hierarchy

Upon being questioned to expand on his conversations with the club's leadership, the head coach said:

“We talk a lot. They assist to the team and for me and we discuss these matters but they don't phone me constantly each day to say they back me.”

He added, “Through standard discussions I sense the trust. But I've not talked to them since this match so far so it remains to be seen.”

Familiar Problems and Player Reaction

Slot expressed regret over familiar failings from his team in their Champions League defeat, namely missed opportunities and conceding too easily.

Meanwhile, player Curtis Jones was blunter in his assessment of the current crisis.

“I don’t have the solutions. Truthfully, I don’t. I'm telling that to all,” Jones remarked.

“It is not good enough. I don’t even need to wait to reflect. I’m past being angry inside. I've reached the stage currently where I simply lack the vocabulary.”

He went on, “It's difficult because I’m playing for the team I support. I’m a fan, and I've watched Liverpool for years.”

“For many years, I haven’t experienced a Reds side enduring a period such as this with results like these.”

He concluded, “But we continue to wear that badge on our shirts. And as long as that badge is taken away, we'll continue to compete.”

“We’re going to try to help the side back to its rightful place, demonstrate to all again what Liverpool stands for and why it's known as the top club in the planet.”

“At this moment, we're in trouble and we have to turn it around.”