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A Liverpool figure is delighted to be back at the club after a 15-year hiatus at Anfield.

Arne Slot can embark on the new season with more than just optimism.

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Now, it’s the task of the Liverpool coaching squad to whip them into shape.

After a whopping 15-year absence, goalkeeper coach Xavi Valero has returned to Liverpool.

So, it’s a double reason to be happy for me because I had fantastic years here in the past in my three seasons from 2007 until 2010.

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“I always thought it was the most special experience I had as a coach and then I’ve been lucky enough to join again in a different moment of the club, but it still has the same essence and passion.

“It was special then and now it is again.

I also have a personal bond with the city because I met my wife in Liverpool and my eldest daughter was born there so my happiest memories are in Liverpool, on both a personal and professional level.

“I have a special bond with the city and the club.”

Well, Valero last left the club in absolute turmoil.

Benitez left the club “by mutual consent” on 3 June 2010 after finishing 7th in the Premier League, but it only got worse for Liverpool.