Arne Slot has published a wide-ranging farewell letter after two seasons at Liverpool, saying he quits with pride after a spell that he believes returned the club “back where it belongs” among Europe\u2019s elite.<\/p>\n
Slot released a short statement in the immediate aftermath of his Anfield exit and followed that with a longer piece published through the Liverpool ECHO. He arrived at Liverpool two years ago with low expectations, backed to steer a J\u00fcrgen Klopp-less Reds outfit through a handful of transitional years while they adjusted to such a seismic change. As the Dutchman has admitted, winning the Premier League title in his first season perhaps distorted perception of the challenge he faced.<\/p>\n
“You walk out under that famous sign in the Anfield tunnel, and you feel a mix of emotions,” he wrote. “Responsibility, of course. To this club\u2019s great history. Expectation, naturally. To honor the legacy that, for 134 years, has made Liverpool FC one of the biggest clubs in world football.<\/p>\n
“And determination. To compete. To win. To bring success to an Anfield crowd so renowned across the globe.<\/p>\n
“That all of those emotions would culminate in a Premier League title after just 12 months was beyond special. It was not only a trophy, but a reward for the hard work, sacrifice and commitment shown by so many people throughout the club.<\/p>\n
“It was made even more meaningful because you got to enjoy it with us. Singing our songs, cheering the goals. And on the day we lifted the trophy, you were there. Lining the streets outside the stadium, filling Anfield in anticipation.” <\/p>\n
Slot contrasted that celebration with the absence of fans in 2019\u201320 and paid tribute to the city after the events on Water Street when a car drove into crowds, injuring over 130 people. “What followed on Water Street later that day was shocking and my thoughts remain with all of those affected,” he reflected.<\/p>\n
He also addressed the club’s grief following the death of Diogo Jota. “That only weeks after celebrating together we would lose Diogo is indescribable,” Slot admitted. “More than anything, I want to remember a teammate, a friend and an incredible human being who touched the lives of thousands of you every time he wore this club\u2019s famous crest.”<\/p>\n
He thanked staff and players in full: “Of course, it is important to say thank you.<\/p>\n
“To the players who wore the badge with pride while representing this club across the world. To the staff\u2014not only those on the training ground\u2014but those behind the scenes, whether maintaining the pitches at Anfield or working in the canteen at the training ground.<\/p>\n
“To the club hierarchy and ownership for your trust and direction. To the legends who supported me and impressed upon me the importance of The Liverpool Way.<\/p>\n
“It has been a pleasure working with you all.”<\/p>\n
Slot acknowledged the resignation left the club in transition, made sharper by the departures of Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konat\u00e9. He also noted Liverpool secured Champions League qualification and observed the team returned 60 points from 38 games, matching the low of the 2015\u201316 season, which yielded an eighth-place finish in Klopp\u2019s first year.<\/p>\n
Despite the disappointment that ended his tenure, Slot stressed the achievement of a joint-record 20th league crown: “Liverpool\u2019s 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history. For that we should all be proud.” He closed with confidence about the future: “I leave with complete confidence in what lies ahead.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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