Football Daily BONUS - Arne Slot on PL title win, celebrating in Ibiza & next season's targets
May 23, 2025
Arne Slot, Liverpool's manager, reflects on his victorious first season after taking over from Jürgen Klopp. He discusses the emotional challenges of winning the Premier League, the strategic navigation of player contracts involving stars like Salah and Van Dijk, and the joy of celebrating with the team in Ibiza. Slot shares his insights on cultivating a competitive squad amid financial pressures and the importance of resilience and teamwork in achieving sustained success. His journey also highlights the unique cultural elements of trophy celebrations.
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Early Realistic Goal and Player Quality
- Liverpool had to compete for Champions League qualification as the initial realistic goal.
- Early in training, the quality of the current players gave Arne Slot belief they could do something special this season.
Confidence Wasn't the Issue
- No need to repair Liverpool players' confidence who had won major trophies.
- The gap behind City was due to needing improvements, and luck played a part in City's slump.
City Remain Strong Rivals
- Manchester City will remain tough competition next season despite recent challenges.
- City's quality and management ensure they will always be part of the title race.