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Liverpool Boss Arne Slot Says It’s ‘Boring’ Talking About Contract Situations Of Star Trio
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The latest Arne Slot press conference saw the Liverpool boss close down a reporter’s question when he was asked about player contract situations becoming a distraction.
Speaking ahead of the clash with Nottingham Forest, Slot was quick to admit it’s becoming ‘boring’ talking about the futures of his star players.
In the summer, Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold can all leave the club for free if new terms aren’t agreed.
Naturally, Slot and the Anfield hierarchy will be desperate to keep the trio. Van Dijk has been coy on his future for club and country in recent weeks.
Alexander-Arnold is arguably the most important player of the three. Especially when you consider their ages with the England man just getting into his prime.
Before the stunning 3-0 victory against Manchester United, Salah admitted he isn’t thinking about his future. The Egyptian winger has been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League.
Arne Slot Press Conference
Arne Slot press conference: “It’s again, the boring answer, we don’t talk about contracts here. Is it a distraction? No, it isn’t, I am fully focused on the individuals and the team to work with them to get the best possible out of them. It’s not a distraction for me at all.”
The Dutchman is clearly becoming fed up with being asked about the star trio’s future. However, Slot remains adamant that the situation won’t hinder him or his Liverpool side.
If the Reds win to nil against Nottingham Forest, Slot will go into the Premier League record books. He will become the first manager to win his four opening games without conceding.
Previously, Jose Mourinho and Sven Goran Eriksson completed three out of three. Slot will be quietly confident of surpassing the duo’s record.
Even Slot will admit that is the perfect distraction for him and his players. Ahead of the clash at Anfield, the best football betting sites in the UK price Liverpool at 8/1 to win 3-0.