Arne Slot Hints at Possible Summer Signings for Liverpool

Arne Slot, Liverpool manager expressed that it would be surprising if the club does not make any summer signings before the transfer window closes on August 30 at 23:00 BST. Despite not adding new players to the first-team squad so far, Slot, who replaced Jurgen Klopp, remains optimistic. He stated, “We already have a very good team I’m really happy with, but it would surprise us all if we don’t bring in any new players.”

Slot is currently evaluating his squad during Liverpool’s pre-season tour in the United States which includes three matches. He highlighted that while some key players are missing due to recent tournaments like Euro 2024 and the Copa America, he is awaiting their return. Portugal’s Diogo Jota, France’s Ibrahima Konate and Dutch midfielder Ryan Gravenberch are set to join the squad in Pittsburgh.

Scotland’s Andy Robertson is also with the team but will not play due to a minor injury sustained during the Euros. Several players, including Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alisson, Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, Joe Gomez, Alexis Mac Allister, Darwin Nunez and Virgil van Dijk are still absent. Slot expects them to rejoin the team after the tour. He acknowledged that the absence of these players is a disadvantage but remains focused on working with those available.

Slot also noted recent behind-the-scenes changes at Liverpool. The Fenway Sports Group appointed former sporting director Michael Edwards as chief executive of football and Richard Hughes as the new sporting director. Arne Slot praised Hughes for his efforts to improve the squad, despite the challenge of integrating new talent into an already strong team.

Regarding contract situations including that of Alexander-Arnold, Slot preferred to keep discussions private emphasizing the club’s focus on performance and preparation.