Arne Slot is typically reserved when it comes to discussing contracts and transfers during press conferences, but he recently let his guard down regarding the transfer market.
With Xabi Alonso staying put at Bayer Leverkusen, Liverpool is reportedly making moves to sign Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez, signaling a bold and early push in the summer transfer window under sporting director Richard Hughes, who’s nearing one year in the role.
What has Slot said about the summer transfer window?
On Sunday night, journalist Lewis Steele shared quotes from Slot—originally held back from Friday—that revealed the Liverpool manager’s candid perspective on what he hopes to see at Anfield over the next few months.
Slot stated: “I believe we can add one or two tools that this team currently lacks. Possibly through the transfer market. That’s what we’re aiming for, and it will only strengthen us. That’s what we need, especially considering how Manchester City spent £200m in January. All the top teams will strengthen. Aside from transfers, we also have room for internal improvement.”
Slot wants more despite title success
While it’s likely Slot has always been eager to refresh the squad, voicing that desire publicly is unusual for him. In fact, when asked about Jeremie Frimpong at a press conference on Friday, he quickly deflected, saying: “We don’t discuss transfer targets publicly until they’re officially signed. Then I’ll speak freely about them.”
Having completed a full season with Liverpool, Slot has had ample time to assess his squad and decide who should stay, who may leave, and which new signings could further strengthen the team.
His candid comments show he believes Liverpool still has room to grow and that the summer transfer window presents an opportunity to do just that. For fans, Slot’s openness signals a desire not to rest on their recent Premier League success but to solidify Liverpool’s place at the top of English football.