Slot Asserts He Feels Secure and Has The Club's Support After PSV Humiliation
The Liverpool head coach conceded that it's understandable for concerns to be raised about his position following a further heavy loss against PSV Eindhoven.
The Reds endured their 9th loss in twelve games, marking the club's poorest streak after being demoted in the 1953-54 season.
They were outplayed by the Eredivisie champions on a punishing evening at their home ground.
“I feel secure, I am OK, I've received significant support from above,” Slot stated.
“It would be great to change things and get a victory naturally but if you are coaching a team and struggling then it's expected that people question you.”
He continued, “I'm comfortable with my situation. This isn't the first time I’ve been in a tough spot but it is about time that we turned it around.”
Discussions with The Board
When asked to provide details on his discussions with the club's leadership, the head coach explained:
“We talk a lot. They assist to the team and for me and we discuss these matters but they don’t call me all the time each day to say they back me.”
He mentioned, “Through standard exchanges I perceive the trust. However I haven’t spoken to them after this match so far so it remains to be seen.”
Familiar Issues and Player Response
The manager expressed regret over recurring failings from his Liverpool side in their European loss, namely wasted chances and defensive lapses.
Meanwhile, player Curtis Jones was blunter in his evaluation of the current crisis.
“I don’t have the solutions. Frankly, I don’t. I'm telling that to everyone,” Jones stated.
“It's simply not good enough. I don't need to wait to reflect. I'm beyond feeling anger internally. I've reached the stage currently where I simply lack the vocabulary.”
He continued, “It's tough because I play for the team I support. I’m a fan, and I’ve seen Liverpool for years.”
“For many years, I've not seen a Reds side enduring a phase like this with performances this poor.”
He finished, “But we still have the emblem on our shirts. And as long as it is removed, we will always compete.”
“We will attempt to bring this squad return to where it needs to be, show everyone once more the values of this club and why it's known as the greatest side in the planet.”
“At this moment, we're in trouble and it must improve.”
