Arne Slot identifies number one concern ahead of Arsenal clash

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Arne Slot has emphasized the need for significant improvement from his Liverpool squad ahead of their Premier League clash with Arsenal, recognizing Arsenal as a very strong team that has further strengthened during the summer transfer window. Slot highlighted that Liverpool must raise their performance levels beyond their recent 3-2 victory over Newcastle to secure a win against the Gunners at Anfield.

One particular area of concern Slot identified is Liverpool’s vulnerability to Arsenal’s set-piece threat, noting that Liverpool have conceded from four set-pieces in their recent matches, including a game against Bilbao. Although set-pieces are not Arsenal’s only strength, Slot points out that Arsenal’s ability to adapt and play multiple styles under the management of Mikel Arteta, who has been with the club for five years, makes them a highly challenging opponent.

Slot also confirmed positive injury updates ahead of the game, stating no fresh fitness concerns for Liverpool. Key players including Conor Bradley, Alexis Mac Allister, and Virgil van Dijk have returned to training and are fit to play. Bradley, who recently returned from injury, has trained fully this week, and Mac Allister has resumed training as well.

In summary, Slot’s outlook before the Arsenal match is clear: the squad must improve significantly, remain vigilant especially with defending set-pieces, and take advantage of their healthy squad to face one of the league’s toughest and most tactically versatile teams.

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