Slot: 'I leave Liverpool exactly where it belongs among Europe's elite'

Arne Slot has been sacked as Liverpool head coach, and the Dutchman bid farewell with a statement saying he leaves the club in the position it deserves. Slot was dismissed on Saturday after his tenure at Anfield came to an end.

Arne Slot has been dismissed as Liverpool's head coach, with the Dutch manager departing on Saturday. In his farewell statement, Slot expressed pride in the state he leaves the club, saying he is leaving Liverpool «exactly where it belongs: among Europe's elite».

Slot's exit from Anfield marks the end of a high-profile tenure at one of English football's most storied clubs. The Dutchman, who had taken charge of the Premier League giants, signed off with words that underscored his belief in the club's standing on the continental stage.

Details surrounding the reasons for his dismissal have not been fully disclosed, but the departure comes as a significant moment for Liverpool as the club looks ahead to its next chapter in management. Liverpool's ownership will now begin the search for a new head coach to guide the team forward.