Liverpool’s outgoing manager, Jürgen Klopp, has largely refrained from involving himself in matters concerning his successor. From the outset, he has made it clear that he will not partake in the selection process and has been hesitant to offer any advice.
However, Klopp did express his approval of Arne Slot once it became apparent that the Feyenoord boss was highly likely to be appointed. Nonetheless, he is just as eager as anyone to ensure that Liverpool can genuinely embark on a new era without being tethered to the past — drawing from the cautionary tale of Sir Alex Ferguson and Manchester United.
Given his hands-off approach, the one message that Klopp has conveyed to his successor holds even greater significance. Long before Slot emerged as the frontrunner for the job, Klopp urged whoever would follow him to heed a specific warning.
Similar to Klopp, it appears that Slot is keen on emphasizing the advantages of continuity to whoever takes the reins after him. As Slot prepares for his tenure at Liverpool, this insight into his mindset provides an intriguing perspective.