Liverpool head coach Arne Slot is confident the Reds will continue to improve in the coming seasons as their heavy investment in young talent begins to pay off.
Optimism was high at the start of the campaign after Liverpool spent nearly £450 million ($605 million) on new signings in a bid to defend their Premier League title. However, aside from flashes of promise from Hugo Ekitike, most of the new arrivals struggled to make an immediate impact in the early months.
Record signing Alexander Isak, who joined from Newcastle for £125 million, has endured an injury-hit season and is set to miss most of the remaining campaign after suffering a broken leg.
In contrast, Florian Wirtz, Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong have recently found their rhythm, playing key roles in a 13-match unbeaten run that reflects the form which earned them their moves to Anfield.
“When you look at the age of the signings, they will be better next season and the season after,” Slot said ahead of Saturday’s away match against Bournemouth. He pointed to Wirtz as an example, noting that while goals and assists were initially lacking, his overall influence has steadily grown. “Even now, he could almost double his numbers with the chanc
Slot stressed that despite the need to adapt throughout a demanding season, the overall trajectory is positive. “We are already in
Liverpool’s hopes of retaining the Premier League title have faded, with a 14-point gap separating them from leaders Arsenal. The focus has now shifted to securing Champions League qualification. Slot’s side currently sit fourth, though just six points separate them from Brighton in 12th, underlining the tight race.
The Reds also boosted their European prospects with a commanding 3-0 victory over Marseille on Wednesday, putting them firmly on course for the Champions League last 16.
Despite the challenges, Slot does not expect major reinforcements before the January transfer window closes. “That’s what I expect,” he said. “Unless there’s a clear opportunity to strengthen, I think the squad will remain largely the same.”
