FC Liverpool appoints Arne Slot as new manager

Dutchman takes over after nine years under German coach

Liverpool have appointed Dutchman Arne Slot as their new manager on a three-year contract.

Slot, 43, has been in charge of Feyenoord since 2021, winning the KNVB Cup last season and leading the club to the final of the UEFA Europa Conference League.

He is a former defender who played for Feyenoord, NAC Breda and Sparta Rotterdam.

Slot replaces Jurgen Klopp, who left Liverpool by mutual consent after seven years in charge.

Liverpool finished eighth in the Premier League last season, their lowest league finish since 2012.

Slot is a highly-rated coach and his appointment has been welcomed by Liverpool fans.

"I am very excited to be the new manager of Liverpool Football Club," said Slot.

"I know it is a big challenge, but I am confident that I can help the club to achieve success."

Liverpool's owners, Fenway Sports Group, said they were delighted to have appointed Slot.

"Arne is a young, exciting and talented coach," said FSG president Mike Gordon.

"We believe he has the potential to be one of the best coaches in the world."

Slot will take charge of his first Liverpool match on July 1, when they play Manchester United in a pre-season friendly.

Conclusion

Slot's appointment is a new era for Liverpool. He is a young, ambitious coach with a proven track record of success. He will be looking to bring the glory days back to Anfield.