Liverpool head coach Arne Slot is aware of the challenge of competing with big-spending sides in the Premier League - including Manchester City - but he's up for the battle

Straight-talking and seemingly bulletproof in the press conference chair, Arne Slot has mixed tactical insight with humour during his time as Liverpool’s head coach. A sharp, intelligent communicator, he is unafraid to correct mistakes.

Liverpool have yet to make any signings in January and are not expected to be busy as the transfer deadline approaches. The Reds remain focused on resolving the futures of Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose contracts expire in less than six months.