Arne Slot stance on next job after former Liverpool boss linked with surprise Saudi Arabia move
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Jaissle is expected to replace Eddie Howe at Newcastle United after Howe left the club suddenly on Thursday morning.However, despite reports linking him with the Saudi Pro League club, the ECHO understands that Slot is prioritising remaining in European club football in the immediate term. A swift return to the Premier League with Fulham was briefly mooted last month before Alvaro Arbeloa was appointed as the replacement for Marco Silva, who joined Benfica.The Dutchman was also linked with AC Milan and has been backed to become the new boss of the Netherlands following Ronald Koeman’s departure after the World Cup.Slot has been out of work since being relieved of his duties at Anfield on May 30, barely 12 months after lifting the Premier League title.A disappointing second season on Merseyside, where the team lost 20 times across all competitions, led to his dismissal.But in an open letter to supporters via the ECHO following his sacking Slot insisted a new generation of talent is ready to embrace the responsibility of bringing more success to the club.He wrote: “Liverpool’s 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history.
But I also leave knowing the club is exactly where it belongs: amongst Europe’s elite.“Securing Champions League football was an important responsibility and one that ensures Liverpool can continue competing at the highest level next season and beyond. I leave with complete confidence in what lies ahead.“The players, who have given so much to this club, who have upheld its values and helped create so many unforgettable moments, have built foundations that will endure.“At the same time, a new generation is emerging, ready to write its own story and embrace the responsibility that comes with wearing this shirt.“Change is part of football, but I know that this club will continue to make its people proud.
When I first stood beneath that sign in the Anfield tunnel, I knew what this club demanded. I leave knowing we never stopped striving for it."FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE!