Style, charisma and signings - Dutch football expert explains why Arne Slot is perfect for Liverpool
No one could've predicted what impact Jurgen Klopp would've had at Liverpool when he was appointed as manager in October 2015.
The German's arrival saw a mentality shift at the entire football club, with supporters captivated by his personality and players convinced by his tactical approach.
Almost 10 years on, the German departs after the most successful period in the club's recent history with foundations laid to benefit those long after his departure. Klopp will step down with another Carabao Cup victory in the bag, although the Reds' Premier League aspirations slowly seep away following Wednesday's 2-0 defeat at their local rivals.
Liverpool reach agreement with Feyenoord to make Arne Slot their new manager
I spent a week with Arne Slot - I’m surprised Liverpool want him
What is clear, despite the club mounting an unlikely title challenge, is that Liverpool are in a much better position than what he inherited from the outgoing Brendan Rodgers. And the man who has been chosen to take on the baton from Klopp is Feyenoord manager Arne Slot.
Slot made a public declaration of his intentions to become the next Liverpool manager on Thursday, before Feyenoord's 3-1 win away at Go Ahead Eagles and a deal has now been struck between the Dutch and English giants.
And the parallels between the 45-year-old Slot and the iconic German manager are interesting. Both enjoyed playing careers outside of the top divisions in Holland and Germany respectively, and have been forced to cut their teeth in difficult managerial roles.
Both played significant roles in transforming fortunes in Liverpool and Dortmund, as well as Rotterdam. Klopp's achievements on Merseyside are clear to see but his potential successor has done an equally
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