Arne Slot does not believe his job security hinges on Liverpool securing Champions League qualification this spring but the Dutchman would much prefer not to put that particular notion to the test.
On this evidence there seems a decent chance last season’s title winning manager will not have to. In finally ending Sunderland’s proud unbeaten home record in the Premier League, sixth placed Liverpool left themselves only three points adrift Manchester United and two behind Chelsea.
Written by Louise Taylor at the Stadium of Light
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/feb/11/sunderland-liverpool-premier-league-match-report under the title “Virgil van Dijk rises to occasion as Liverpool end Sunderland record”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
