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

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot admits they will have to produce their best performance of the season to ensure Champions League progress against “the most complete team we have faced”. After enduring the toughest night of his Anfield reign – and the most difficult for the players in a long time – in the Parc des Princes last week but still coming away with a 1-0 victory,