The Liverpool board reportedly discussed a leading Premier League manager before ultimately deciding to hire Arne Slot last summer. Slot has proven a great appointment for the Reds, with the Dutch tactician taking to the top of the Premier League table and the top of the league phase of the Champions League.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot was one of four people sent off after the final whistle in a wild ending to Goodison Park’s last-ever Merseyside derby.

Reds boss could possibly face an extended touchline suspension after post-match dismissal in Goodison Park chaos