Virgil van Dijk breaks Liverpool dressing room silence on Arne Slot sack

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has become the first player to publicly send a message to Arne Slot 12:07, Sun, May 31, 2026 Updated: 12:39, Sun, May 31, 2026 Virgil van Dijk paid tribute to Arne Slot after his Liverpool sacking (Image: Getty) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Taking to his Instagram story, he wrote: "We'll never forget winning the Premier League in our first season together.

The contribution Arne has made to Liverpool FC in the time that he has been with us has been significant, meaningful and – most importantly of all to supporters and ourselves – successful."As such, our appreciation for everything he has achieved could not be greater, particularly as it was underpinned by a work ethic, a diligence and a level of expertise which further underlined our view that he is a leader in his field. That accomplishment – made all the more remarkable as it arrived in his very first season in charge – was built on outstanding coaching and leadership every single day.Related articles First four signings Andoni Iraola can make as Liverpool boss as Arne Slot sacked Arne Slot's first words after being sacked by Liverpool as replacement lined up "He also helped guide the club through one of the most difficult periods imaginable following the loss of Diogo.

As such, we can only wish Arne well in the next stage of his coaching career, with our expectation being that he will continue to be successful."We do so in the knowledge that his Liverpool legacy is intact and will become yet more meaningful in the years and decades to come. Rather, it is indicative of the need for a different approach."Arne leaves with our gratitude, with a Premier League title to his name, and with the knowledge that he and his family will always be welcomed back at Anfield."