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Arne Slot acknowledged that it's understandable for doubts to be raised about his position following a further heavy defeat versus the Dutch champions.

Liverpool suffered their 9th loss in twelve matches, representing the team's worst streak after being demoted in the 1953-54 season.

They were dominated by the Eredivisie champions on a punishing evening at Anfield.

“I feel secure, I'm fine, I have got a lot of backing from above,” Slot remarked.

“It would be nice to reverse this trend and secure a win naturally but when you're working as a coach and struggling then it's expected that doubts arise.”

He continued, “I accept my position. It is not the first time I’ve been in a tough spot but it's crucial that we improved our results.”

Talks with Club Management

Upon being questioned to elaborate on his conversations with the club's leadership, the head coach said:

“We communicate frequently. They are helpful for the squad and to me and we discuss these matters but they don't phone me all the time of the day to say they trust me.”

He further stated, “During our regular conversations we have I sense the confidence. But I haven’t spoken to them after this game so far so let’s see.”

Persistent Failings and Player Response

The manager lamented familiar weaknesses from his team in their Champions League defeat, specifically missed opportunities and leaking goals.

Meanwhile, midfielder Curtis Jones was more direct in his view of the club’s predicament.

“I don’t have the answers. Frankly, I do not. I'm telling that to all,” the midfielder stated.

“It's simply not good enough. I don’t even need to wait to reflect. I'm beyond feeling anger inside. I’m at the point currently where I just don’t have the phrases.”

He continued, “It's difficult because I play for the club I love. I'm a supporter, and I've watched Liverpool since I was young.”

“In recent memory, I haven’t experienced a Liverpool team enduring a period of this nature with outcomes this poor.”

Jones stated, “But we still have that badge on our chest. And until that badge is taken away, we’re always going to fight.”

“Our aim is to get this team back to its rightful place, show everyone again what Liverpool stands for and the reason it's called the best team in the world.”

“However currently, we're in trouble and we have to turn it around.”