Arne Slot sends emotional open letter to Liverpool fans after being fired

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Lining the streets outside the stadium, filling Anfield in anticipation.Arne Slot and his assistants on the Liverpool bench.(Image: Simon Stacpoole/Offside via Getty Images)"Having had much of that taken from you in 2020, it was never lost on me how much it mattered that you were part of it all. Seeing you come together in your hundreds of thousands on the streets of Liverpool for the title celebrations only reinforced that idea."Liverpool won the title 12 months ago and Slot then oversaw a difficult summer.

More than anything, I want to remember a team-mate, a friend and an incredible human being who touched the lives of thousands of you every time he wore this club’s famous crest."In one of the most difficult moments this club has faced, the love, compassion and support shown by the Liverpool family was extraordinary. As I leave this club, it would be remiss of me not to say that the way you honored Diogo and stood together in his memory will stay with me forever.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.

Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign."The connection we share goes beyond football, beyond European nights under the Anfield lights or the sound of ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ being sung from The Kop. That is something I cherish."Slot went on to thank everyone at the club before pointing to a bright future, set up by a fifth-place finish being enough to secure a place in the Champions League next season."Liverpool’s 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history," he said.