And asked whether the increased rotation at left-back was a matter of managing workload or an improvement in the form of Tsimikas, Slot said on Friday morning: "I think both. If Kostas was on a completely different level than Robbo then it would not be smart to rotate in that position or manage the load,

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 boss Arne Slot has managed his roster very well this season. Wataru Endo, Harvey Elliott and Federico Chiesa could all soon play more of a part to play.