Sacked Slot says Liverpool connection 'goes beyond football'

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Arne Slot has said the connection he shares with Liverpool and the club's fans "goes beyond football".The Dutchman was sacked as head coach at Anfield on Saturday, 12 months on from winning only the club's second title in 35 years after a pitiful defence ended with them stumbling to a fifth-placed finish. Get Sky Sports or stream with no contract on NOW📺Choose the Sky Sports push notifications you want! 🔔Slot wrote: "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."You made me feel welcome from the start and helped me on the path.

Also See: Liverpool news and transfer latest Carra: An elite manager would have fixed Liverpool Redknapp: Player power contributed to Slot exit, but Iraola can handle pressure Download the Sky Sports App "I was privileged to witness first-hand your spirit of compassion and unity," Slot wrote. "It is a spirit that has carried this city through difficult moments before, and one that I hope will help bring the justice and accountability so many have campaigned for over many years."Slot also described the "love, compassion and support shown by the Liverpool family" following the death of forward Diogo Jota in a car crash as "extraordinary" and that the way the fans honoured the player would stay with him forever.Slot pays tribute to players, staff and Liverpool ownersAs well as thanking fans, Slot paid tribute to players, staff and the club's owners."It has been a pleasure working with you all," he said."Liverpool's 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history.

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." Arne Slot's farewell letter in full... Carra: An elite manager would have fixed Liverpool Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Jamie Carragher gives his thoughts on Slot being sacked by Liverpool, stating he was 'shocked' and the effect fan and player power may have had on the decision Jamie Carragher was shocked by Slot's sacking but believes an elite manager would have fixed Liverpool last season."I was torn on Arne Slot," he said.