'I have better options' - Arne Slot makes honest admission over Calvin Ramsay's Liverpool prospects

Arne Slot has delivered a blunt assessment of Calvin Ramsay's future at Liverpool, admitting he has better options at right-back despite the Scotsman's recent promising displays.

Ramsay, 22, returned to the Liverpool first team after nearly three years, featuring in a 3-0 loss to Crystal Palace where he impressed at right-back. Slot praised his composure: "I think Calvin had a very very decent performance. Calm on the ball," noting Ramsay's role in early chances and encouraging him post-debut despite the defeat.[1]

Earlier, in a Carabao Cup outing, Ramsay held his own, yet Slot overlooked him for a dismal 3-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, opting to deploy Dominik Szoboszlai out of position at right-back. Fans criticized this as a "massive mistake," arguing Slot's stubbornness ignores Ramsay's potential for better team balance.[2]

Slot's latest verdict is brutal: "He’s with us, but I still think I have better options to play," directly addressing Ramsay's slim first-team prospects amid struggles from Jeremie Frimpong (injury-prone) and Conor Bradley (poor form).[3][1]

Liverpool's right-back crisis persists with eight losses in 11 games, tactical issues, and injuries plaguing the side three months into the season. Ramsay continues with the U21s, proving fitness, but a January loan remains debated as Slot favors established players. This honest admission underscores Slot's pragmatic approach, prioritizing immediate results over youth integration, leaving Ramsay's Anfield lifeline uncertain.[1][2]

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