Slot Asserts He Feels Secure and Has The Club's Support Following PSV Eindhoven Humiliation
The Liverpool head coach admitted that it was understandable for doubts to be raised about his future after a further convincing defeat versus PSV Eindhoven.
Liverpool suffered their ninth defeat in 12 matches, marking the team's poorest streak since being relegated in the 1953-54 season.
They were dominated by the Dutch league champions on a punishing night at Anfield.
“I am feeling safe, I am OK, I have got significant backing from the top,” Slot commented.
“It would be nice to change things and earn three points obviously but if you are working as a coach and struggling then it is normal that questions are asked.”
He continued, “I'm comfortable with my position. It is not the initial instance I've found myself in a tough spot but it's necessary that we improved our results.”
Talks with Club Management
Upon being questioned to provide details on his dialogues with the Liverpool hierarchy, the head coach revealed:
“We communicate frequently. They are helpful to the team and to me and we have those conversations but they don’t call me every single minute of the day to say they back me.”
He further stated, “During our regular exchanges I feel the belief. But I haven’t spoken to them after this game yet so we'll see.”
Familiar Failings and Squad Response
Slot highlighted familiar shortcomings from his team in their Champions League defeat, specifically poor finishing and defensive lapses.
Meanwhile, player Jones was more direct in his view of the team's situation.
“I haven't got the solutions. Honestly, I don’t. I’m saying that to everyone,” Jones stated.
“It’s just unacceptable. I don't have to wait to consider it. I'm beyond feeling anger inside. I’m at the point currently where I just don’t have the words.”
He added, “It’s hard because I play for the side I follow. I'm a supporter, and I’ve seen Liverpool for years.”
“In a long, long time, I haven’t experienced a Reds side enduring a period like this with performances this poor.”
Jones finished, “However we still have the emblem on our chest. And until it is taken away, we'll continue to compete.”
“Our aim is to bring this squad return to its rightful place, prove once more the values of this club and why it's known as the greatest side in the world.”
“But right now, we’re in the shit and it needs to change.”
