"I am confident" - Arne Slot confirms desire to take Liverpool job
The 45-year-old has this week emerged as the front-runner to succeed Jurgen Klopp at Anfield, with the long-serving German set to step down at the end of this season after nine years in charge.
Liverpool had previously been credited with serious interest in Xabi Alonso and Ruben Amorim, amongst others, but they have now identified Slot as their top target to lead their new era.
Reports suggested that the Merseysiders officially opened talks with Feyenoord on Wednesday, but that the Dutch club rejected their initial approach.
Negotiations have progressed over the past day, though, and Slot is now «confident» that they can come to terms over an agreement.
Arne Slot confirms desire to take over at Liverpool
Slot has earned a name for himself in his native Netherlands throughout his managerial career so far, impressing during time in charge of Cambuur, AZ Alkmaar and Feyenoord.
The former midfielder has never coached or played for a club outside Netherlands, but he has now confirmed that talks are underway with Liverpool, and that he wants to take over at Anfield.
«I'd like to become new Liverpool manager, my decisions is clear,» Slot told ESPN ahead of his side's match against Go Ahead Eagles on Thursday.
«Feyenoord and Liverpool are in talks to negotiate, I'm waiting to see what will come out of it. I am confident, waiting for the clubs to reach an agreement.»
Reports have claimed that a deal could be reached between all parties before this weekend, and Slot's public plea to reach an agreement is likely to speed the process up even further.
Highly-regarded in Netherlands, but Liverpool is a huge step up
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