🔗 Share this article Slot Asserts He Is Safe and Has Liverpool's Support After PSV Loss Arne Slot admitted that it was natural for doubts to be raised about his future following a further heavy defeat versus PSV Eindhoven. The Reds endured their ninth defeat in 12 games, marking the club's poorest streak since being relegated in the 1953-54 season. They were dominated by the Dutch league title holders on a punishing night at their home ground. “I feel secure, I'm fine, I've received plenty of backing from management,” the coach commented. “It would be great to reverse this trend and secure a win naturally but when you're coaching a team and underperforming then it's typical that doubts arise.” He added, “I accept my situation. This isn't the first time I’ve been in a challenging situation but it's crucial that we improved our results.” Discussions with Club Management When asked to provide details on his discussions with the Liverpool hierarchy, the head coach explained: “We talk a lot. They are supportive to the team and to me and those talks happen but they aren't calling me every single minute each day to say they back me.” He added, “In the normal exchanges I perceive the trust. But I've not talked to them since this defeat yet so it remains to be seen.” Familiar Problems and Squad Reaction Slot highlighted known shortcomings from his team in their Champions League loss, specifically poor finishing and conceding too easily. Meanwhile, midfielder Curtis Jones was more forthright in his evaluation of the current crisis. “I haven't got the answers. Truthfully, I don’t. I’m saying that to all,” Jones said. “It is not good enough. I don’t even have to wait to reflect. I’m past getting mad inside. I've reached the stage now where I simply lack the vocabulary.” He went on, “It's difficult because I’m playing for the side I follow. I support them, and I've watched Liverpool all my life.” “In recent memory, I haven’t experienced a Reds side going through a spell such as this with performances this poor.” Jones stated, “However we continue to wear the crest on our shirts. And as long as that badge is gone, we'll continue to battle.” “We will attempt to bring this squad return to the top, demonstrate to all again what Liverpool stands for and the reason it's called the best team in the planet.” “However currently, we're in trouble and it must improve.”