Arne Slot says ‘unbelievable’ Liverpool player is worth £100m in current form
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Arne Slot, the Liverpool head coach, has emphasized the incredible valuation of the club’s midfielders under his management in 2025. Slot’s tactical acumen and strategic adjustments have transformed Liverpool’s midfield into one of the most valuable and effective units in European football.
After Liverpool’s third-place finish in the 2023-24 Premier League season, many believed a defensive midfielder was needed. However, Slot reshaped the midfield by redefining player roles and emphasizing possession-based play, which propelled Liverpool to win their 20th Premier League title in the 2024-25 season. Despite having a slightly lower possession percentage than Klopp's previous season, Slot’s side improved their passing accuracy from 85.8% to 86.3%, reflecting more effective ball control and midfield dominance.
Slot’s midfield is noted for its balance between youth and experience, combining players who bring creative attacking impetus with others focusing on defensive solidity and transition. The squad renovation included key signings such as Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez, who added dynamism and depth to the midfield setup.
Moreover, Slot has defended Liverpool’s transfer strategy, which involved spending £450 million on eight new players while recouping nearly £300 million from player sales. He criticized pundits for ignoring the club’s net spend and highlighted the focus on acquiring young talents with high long-term resale values, contributing to both football and financial success.
Slot’s approach underlines Liverpool’s ambition not only to maintain domestic dominance but also to compete effectively on the European stage amid changes in the Champions League format, which he has publicly criticized for creating unbalanced fixtures.
By 2025, Arne Slot has cemented his reputation as a visionary tactician who enhanced Liverpool’s midfield valuation by building a team that is tactically flexible, financially sustainable, and competitively dominant.
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