Slot Maintains He Feels Secure and Has Liverpool's Support After PSV Eindhoven Defeat

Arne Slot conceded that it was understandable for questions to be raised about his position after another convincing defeat versus the Dutch champions.

The Reds endured their 9th loss in 12 games, marking the club's poorest run since being demoted in the 1953-54 season.

They were dominated by the Eredivisie champions on a difficult evening at Anfield.

“I'm confident, I'm fine, I've received a lot of backing from management,” Slot remarked.

“It's important to turn it around and earn three points of course but if you are in a managerial role and underperforming then it's expected that people question you.”

He added, “I am OK with my role. This isn't the first time I've found myself in a challenging situation but it's crucial that we improved our results.”

Talks with Club Management

When asked to expand on his discussions with the team officials, Slot explained:

“There's regular dialogue. They assist for the squad and for me and those talks happen but they aren't calling me all the time of the day to say they back me.”

He added, “During our regular discussions I feel the confidence. However I've not talked to them since this match so far so let’s see.”

Recurring Issues and Squad Response

The manager highlighted recurring shortcomings from his squad in their European loss, namely wasted chances and conceding too easily.

Meanwhile, midfielder Jones was more forthright in his view of the team's situation.

“I don’t have the solutions. Truthfully, I do not. I’m saying that to everyone,” Jones remarked.

“It's simply unacceptable. I don’t even have to wait to think about it. I’m past getting mad internally. I've reached the stage currently where I simply lack the phrases.”

He went on, “It’s hard because I’m playing for the team I support. I’m a fan, and I’ve seen this club all my life.”

“In recent memory, I've not seen a Reds side going through a phase such as this with performances this poor.”

Jones stated, “But we continue to wear that badge on our chest. And as long as that badge is removed, we'll continue to fight.”

“We’re going to try to bring this squad back to the top, demonstrate to all once more the values of this club and the reason it's called the best team in the world.”

“However currently, we're in trouble and it must improve.”