Best in the world! Emery praises Slot for raising the ‘Swans’ to be even better than the Klopp era.
Liverpool have confirmed the appointment of Arne Slot as their new head coach, with the Dutchman set to officially begin in the role from 1 June.
The Reds made the announcement via สมัคร ufabet กับเรา รับโบนัสทันที the club’s official website at 5pm on Monday evening, with the 45-year-old due to formally take charge from Saturday week, subject to a work permit.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has admitted Liverpool have improved under Arne Slot since Jurgen Klopp’s reign.
The Dutch boss has only in charge of the Reds this season but has enjoyed a fine start to the season, leading the table and is in contention for both the Champions League and Carabao Cup.
“Of course Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool are excellent but under Slot they are even better,” Emery said.
“Liverpool’s performances have been very high this season, and I admire them more than I did two years ago when I came back to work in England.”
“Liverpool are the best team in the world and the best team in Europe right now, so of course we will have a very difficult game, but we are excited to give the fans a memorable moment.”
“As a coach, it’s a big challenge to plan for it. It’s the toughest game we’ve had in months. We need to put in a lot of effort both tactically and with the players.”
Good luck, Arne – if you even come close to replicating the legacy of your predecessor, you’ll have done a damn good job at Anfield!