I'm keen to build on Jurgen Klopp's foundations at Liverpool - Arne Slot

Arne Slot, Liverpool's new manager at the age of 45, has expressed his intention to build upon the solid foundation established by his predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, rather than starting from scratch.

Slot was appointed as manager last month, taking over from Klopp who had a successful tenure of over eight years at the club.

In an interview published on the club's website, Slot acknowledged the quality of the team and praised their impressive performance in the previous season. He emphasized the importance of continuity and the value of having individuals who are familiar with his playing style and can effectively communicate it to the rest of the staff.

Slot also recognized the presence of talented individuals within the club and expressed his intention to utilize the collective knowledge and experience accumulated during Klopp's nine-year tenure. He aims to combine the best aspects of his own approach with the existing expertise within the club.

Furthermore, Slot highlighted the similarity between his attacking brand of football and Liverpool's style under Klopp. He believes that this shared philosophy was one of the reasons he was chosen for the role, as both he and Klopp draw inspiration from renowned managers like Pep Guardiola.

Looking ahead, Liverpool's next fixture is a pre-season game against Real Betis on July 26, followed by the start of the new Premier League season against Ipswich Town on August 17.