Arne Slot has warned his Liverpool team that they want to do it, insisting their criteria are not yet met.
Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp at the helm of the Reds and is hoping for a successful first season at the helm, having had a generally positive pre-season.
Liverpool beat Real Betis, Arsenal and Manchester United on their recent tour of the United States. The Reds conceded just one goal in their time across the Atlantic, setting things up for the new campaign. And while Slot was happy with the wins, he was far from satisfied with some aspects of his team’s performance.
But the Dutchman insisted that his players are well aware that they will be at his level.
“Of course, others will naturally look at the effects we have achieved in our friendly matches, and it is true that we have achieved intelligent victories against strong opponents, from which we can take many positive things,” he said in his Speech.
“I’ve noticed intensity, I’ve noticed sharpness and I’ve noticed how we have to play and, of course, beating Arsenal and Manchester United, two of our rivals in the Premier League, it’s never going to be a bad time. “Neither is it. .
“But I also have great criteria and, although I saw many things that I liked about the American team, I am also aware that there are many spaces where we can and will have to improve and develop. The players also know this, they also have high criteria, and I expect to see that improvement in the coming days and weeks, starting today.
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Liverpool face Sevilla and Las Palmas this week before starting the season with a clash against Ipswich Town next Saturday. And Slot is confident he can continue the Reds’ run of success.
“It’s been a very busy pre-season, as you can imagine, but I think it’s been hugely positive, both on and off the pitch. Our tour of the United States was a success and fun, with many very clever paintings done. in the educational field,” Slot added.
“As I said before, it was incredibly vital that we were all able to stay compatible and healthy during pre-season, and this week we were boosted by the return of our remaining overseas players to the AXA Training Centre.
“Of course, everyone’s feedback will help us stay as we approach the new season. These players will have some minutes under their belt [on Sunday]; That’s the main explanation for why we had two games this weekend, which is to say, of course, incredibly vital with the league season on the horizon.
“Of course, I’m incredibly positive about the new campaign. When I arrived at the club I said that Jürgen had left the team in a very intelligent position and it was wonderful to be able to play with a full team this year. week and see the quality we have.
“Now it’s up to us to continue to perform as Liverpool have done for many years and bring good luck to the club. I know you need it more than anything and you can be sure that I, my players and my staff will do it. “do everything possible to satisfy you.
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