Liverpool manager Arne Slot has publicly confessed to feeling a sense of guilt and responsibility for what he describes as the club's 'ridiculous' and 'unbelievable' slump in form this season. The Reds' defence of their Premier League title has disintegrated, with a catastrophic 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest at Anfield highlighting a dramatic decline.
A Stunning Collapse in Form
The pressure is mounting intensely on Slot, who has now overseen a dismal run of six losses in the last seven top-flight matches. This is a situation that seemed almost unthinkable after he led the club to a title triumph just last term. Speaking ahead of a crucial Champions League clash with PSV, the Dutch coach did not hide from the stark reality.
"It is a ridiculous situation almost, something I didn't expect to be in," Slot said in translated comments. "Especially if you manage at Liverpool, it is unbelievable. If you can find an excuse, there will never be enough that you perform like this. It is unexpected for the club, for me, everyone."
Taking Responsibility and Identifying the Problem
Slot was candid about his personal feelings regarding the team's poor performances. He admitted that the current level is "lower than we expected" and stated plainly, "I take responsibility and feel guilty for it." Despite his naturally calm character, he acknowledged that losing, particularly at a club of Liverpool's stature, is "not a nice situation."
When pinpointing the most glaring issue, the manager highlighted a shocking defensive statistic. "Last season, we conceded zero set pieces. This season, we've conceded nine," he revealed. "It is close to ridiculous for a club like us. The biggest thing is the goals we concede that are not of our standards."
He emphasised that the solution lies in a collective effort and a return to basics, insisting that the club is working together to achieve what it should. Slot vowed to lead by example, stating, "We have to do the simple things better, that is quite easy to solve." He concluded by affirming that at a club like Liverpool, you must prove yourself every single day, especially when results are not going your way.
