Arne Slot reacts to Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones' penalty misses for Liverpool against PSG and the challenge he fringe players face to get game-time

Arne Slot has enjoyed a smooth ride at Anfield since becoming Liverpool boss nine months ago. But the Reds manager is faced with some decisions that may affect his popularity with their passionate supporters.

Arne Slot made a quip that showed the difference between Liverpool and their Carabao Cup final opponents Newcastle

Liverpool are now out of the Champions League after coming up short against PSG over two legs, though winning the Premier League still makes this an excellent debut season for Arne Slot. Being quite so brilliant having added just one player (who’s done next to nothing) to his squad makes their seemingly serene path to glory all the more impressive,

Liverpool can have few complaints over their European exit at the hands of PSG. Slot's job now is to refocus hearts and minds

However, life on Tyneside has been bleak since, with Newcastle losing five cup finals in 49 years. Other heartbreaks - notably the 12-point Premier League surrender in 1995-96 - also place a heavy burden on Eddie Howe’s men.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said there was still no update on his contract earlier this week. Arne Slot was asked about it during his pre-Newcastle press conference.

Arne Slot is readying himself to play in his first cup final as our head coach, with big plans on how it can be a day to remember for Liverpool. Speaking