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The Liverpool head coach admitted that it was natural for concerns to be raised about his future after a further convincing defeat against the Dutch champions.

Liverpool endured their ninth defeat in 12 matches, marking the club's poorest run after being demoted in the 1953-54 season.

They were taken apart by the Eredivisie title holders on a punishing night at Anfield.

“I feel secure, things are alright, I have got significant backing from management,” Slot stated.

“It would be nice to reverse this trend and get a victory of course but if you are working as a coach and struggling then it's expected that questions are asked.”

He continued, “I am OK with my position. This isn't the first time I’ve been in a tough spot but it is about time that we changed our fortunes.”

Conversations with The Board

When asked to provide details on his dialogues with the Liverpool hierarchy, the head coach revealed:

“There's regular dialogue. They are supportive to the team and to me and we discuss these matters but they aren't calling me every single minute of the day to say they trust me.”

He further stated, “Through standard exchanges I perceive the trust. But I haven’t spoken to them after this game so far so we'll see.”

Familiar Issues and Squad Reaction

Slot lamented known weaknesses from his Liverpool side in their European loss, namely wasted chances and defensive lapses.

Meanwhile, midfielder Jones was more direct in his view of the club’s predicament.

“I haven't got the answers. Frankly, I don’t. I’m saying that to everybody,” Jones stated.

“It is unacceptable. I don’t even need to wait to consider it. I'm beyond being angry internally. I've reached the stage now where I simply lack the words.”

He added, “It’s hard because I play for the club I love. I'm a supporter, and I've watched this club for years.”

“In a long, long time, I haven’t experienced a Liverpool team enduring a phase of this nature with results like these.”

He concluded, “However we continue to wear the emblem on our shirts. And until it is removed, we’re always going to fight.”

“We will attempt to help the side return to its rightful place, show everyone again what Liverpool stands for and the reason it's called the best team in the world.”

“At this moment, we’re in the shit and it needs to change.”