Virgil Van Dijk, the captain of Liverpool, believes that Arne Slot, the Feyenoord manager, could be a perfect successor for Jurgen Klopp.

The loss dealt a blow to Liverpool’s hopes of winning the Premier League title in Klopp’s final season at Anfield. The German coach will be leaving the club at the end of the current campaign, and there have been reports of talks between Liverpool and Feyenoord manager Arne Slot as a potential replacement.

Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool’s star defender, spoke highly of Slot, suggesting that he could be a good fit for the club. Van Dijk praised Slot’s playing style and philosophy, stating that he could see him as a Liverpool coach. However, he also acknowledged that nothing is finalized at this point and that the team will focus on the upcoming season.

Van Dijk was also critical of his teammates’ performance in the derby loss. He called on them to reflect on their own performances and question whether they truly want to win the league. Liverpool currently sit in second place, three points behind leaders Arsenal, but Manchester City could extend their lead if they win their two games in hand.

The Dutch defender emphasized the need for improvement and a stronger fighting spirit in the remaining games of the season. He expressed disappointment in the team’s lack of aggression and their tendency to give away unnecessary free-kicks. Van Dijk stressed that they cannot let the season slip away and must do better, especially against teams fighting relegation.

Liverpool will be looking to bounce back from their defeat when they face West Ham United on Saturday. The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports, with coverage starting at 11:00 UK time. Fans can subscribe to TNT Sports through various TV platforms, including discovery+, BT, EE, Sky, and Virgin Media. For those looking to watch the game at a local establishment, the Pub Finder tool can help locate venues showing TNT Sports.

Liverpool will be hoping to regain their winning form and keep their title hopes alive as they face West Ham. It will be a crucial match for Klopp’s side, and they will need to show a stronger fighting spirit if they want to secure victory.