Arne Slot’s success has been both surprising and refreshing. The club’s identity under Klopp was deeply entrenched, and many feared a post-Klopp decline. However, Slot has managed to retain Liverpool’s high-intensity philosophy while introducing a more structured and measured tactical approach.

Liverpool can have few complaints over their European exit at the hands of PSG. Slot's job now is to refocus hearts and minds

Arne Slot will have the chance to claim his first piece of silverware as Liverpool boss when his side take on Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final, and lift some of the pressure he felt upon taking the