Exclusive: Arne Slot discusses the parallels between his team and Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool, adapting to the Premier League, and achieving success.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has provided an insight into the style of football fans can expect from his team in the upcoming Premier League season. After the successful tenure of Jurgen Klopp, all eyes will be on Slot and his players to continue the momentum and challenge Manchester City for the title.
In an exclusive interview with TNT Sports, Slot revealed that he aims to implement a possession-based and high-pressing style of play, similar to Klopp’s approach. However, he also emphasized the need for his players to be more aware of the risk-reward balance and avoid over-risking simple passes.
Slot acknowledged that the young players in the squad have a natural inclination to attack and go for goal at every opportunity. However, he stressed the importance of balancing this with the need to recover and keep possession after expending energy to win the ball back. Slot wants to maintain an exciting style of play but believes that occasionally keeping the ball longer can be beneficial. He wants his team to give their all in every game and aims to close the gap with City and Arsenal, who were ahead of Liverpool in the previous two seasons.
Replacing Klopp is a daunting task for any manager, considering his success and popularity among Liverpool fans. Slot understands the challenge he faces and believes that success this season would be defined by the team giving their best effort every day. He highlighted the fine margins in the Premier League and expressed the desire to be competitive in every game, with the hope of winning trophies.
Slot appeared relaxed during the interview, reflecting on Liverpool’s successful pre-season campaign. The team secured victories against Real Betis, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Sevilla while conceding just two goals. As the new season approaches, Slot is confident that he and his squad are prepared for the challenges ahead. He acknowledged that there are areas for improvement but expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress. The only unknown factor for Slot is the intensity of the Premier League, which he is eager to experience and hopes will not be too much of a shock for his team.