Arne Slot issues response to Liverpool contract question with 'focus' clear

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Liverpool head coach Arne Slot was surprised at a question regarding potential contract talks during his pre-match press conference ahead of facing Aston Villa at Anfield this weekend. "This is the last question I was expecting," Slot said in his press conference.

On his squad depth, Slot said: "I am happy with the team, the quality we have, and convinced by the strategy and policy we have. I am convinced 20 is enough, but we are struggling to keep them fit for obvious reasons." Ryan Gravenberch trained with Liverpool yesterday and could be involved against Aston Villa.

"The thing that gives me the most confidence is the quality of the players we have and the amount of chances they are creating," Slot continued. Learn more "This will lead to these players scoring more goals than we have done.