Liverpool manager Arne Slot believes his team has plenty of room to grow, even as they sit comfortably at the top of the Premier League table.
With a four-point lead over second-placed Chelsea and a game in hand, Liverpool are in an enviable position. But Slot is quick to dismiss any suggestion that his squad is “flying,” insisting they have yet to reach their peak.
Under Slot’s leadership, the Reds have lost just once this season, a shock defeat to Nottingham Forest in September. Despite their impressive form, Slot feels his players are capable of much more.
Speaking ahead of Liverpool’s clash with Fulham, he hinted at a brighter future for the team, particularly with the return of Federico Chiesa from injury and the potential of the younger players.
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Slot emphasized that most of Liverpool’s squad is still young and developing. “The positive thing about the squad I inherited is that most of them are still quite young. The best years are normally still to come,” he explained.
He also praised the team’s ability to work together, hinting that their chemistry will only improve as the season progresses.
Slot added, “The longer you work with a team, the better they play together. We truly believe we can get more out of them as a team.”
This optimism extends beyond individual players. While acknowledging the strength of the competition, Slot pointed out that Liverpool’s collective potential sets them apart. “
As a team, we can do better, and there is definitely more to come,” he said confidently.
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Slot reserved special praise for Chelsea, calling them the toughest opponent Liverpool have faced this season. The Reds secured a narrow 2-1 victory over the Blues in October, but Slot admitted that Chelsea outplayed his side in that match.
“It was one of the games, maybe the only game, where I felt the other team was better than us,” Slot said. While Chelsea’s manager Enzo Maresca has downplayed their title chances, Slot warned that their performances should not be underestimated.
As Liverpool prepares to face Fulham at Anfield, Slot’s comments underline his belief in the team’s untapped potential. For Reds fans, the promise of a brighter future is an exciting prospect.
