Feyenoord chief responds to Arne Slot links with Liverpool job
The Reds are on the lookout for a new boss as Jurgen Klopp will be stepping down from his post at the end of the season after eight-and-a-half successful years in the Anfield hotseat.
Xabi Alonso was initially Liverpool's primary target, but he has committed his future to Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen, while Sporting Lisbon's Ruben Amorim has also been under consideration, but it is understood that the 39-year-old is no longer in the frame to succeed Klopp.
Speculation continues to swirl over who could take the reigns at Liverpool next season, and a new name from the Eredivisie has now emerged as a leading contender.
Indeed, a recent report states that Liverpool have expressed their interest in Feyenoord boss Slot, while journalist Fabrizio Romano claims that the Reds have made 'direct contact' with the 45-year-old.
Feyenoord chief confident of keeping Liverpool-linked SlotHowever, Feyenoord chief Dennis te Kloese has insisted that he is confident Slot will remain in charge of the Dutch giants beyond this summer.
Responding to rumours linking Slot with Liverpool, Te Kloese told ESPN: «I think it is logical that he is in such a good position.
»It is very special how he has manifested himself in recent years and has really given Feyenoord a face.
«We responded by extending his contract (in May last year until 2026). In any case, we assume that he will also be our trainer next year.
»We have experienced this situation before and will take good care of our own interests."
In-demand Slot shining at FeyenoordSlot has enhanced his reputation over the last three seasons in charge of
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