Liverpool manager Arne Slot addressed the media in a press conference ahead of the transfer deadline day and the much-anticipated clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford. When asked about potential last-minute transfers, Slot kept his cards close to his chest, stating, “I’m not expecting anything but if we see an opportunity, we could act.”
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Shifting focus to the upcoming match against Manchester United, Slot emphasized the importance of mental preparation for playing in a challenging environment like Old Trafford. “Playing in a hostile environment, players have to be aware of that” he noted, expressing confidence that his squad is ready for the intense atmosphere they will face. Slot also acknowledged the significance of the rivalry with Manchester United, indicating that his players do not need any reminders about the stakes involved in such a high-profile fixture.
Liverpool’s manager also commented on his relationship with his countryman and Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag. “Friends? No, friends are something else, but it’s a very good relationship” Slot clarified. “A friend is someone you see often and have dinner with. We don’t know each other well enough.”