Arne Slot Aims to Restore Positive Consistency as Liverpool Prepare for Manchester City Clash

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot acknowledged his team’s recent inconsistency with a touch of humor on Friday, noting that their most reliable pattern this season has been a string of defeats.

The defending champions suffered four successive Premier League losses before responding with a win over Aston Villa and a narrow 1-0 Champions League victory against Real Madrid midweek.

The downturn has left Liverpool seven points behind league leaders Arsenal, placing emphasis on the need to regain rhythm in the title race.

Slot: “Consistency Has Been in Losing”

“We have indeed been very consistent, but unfortunately, our consistency has been in losing,” Slot said ahead of Sunday’s trip to Manchester City. “We need to ensure we find consistency in positive performances.”

He added that matches between Liverpool and City hold worldwide interest: “These are fixtures everyone watches.”

Focus on Performance and Player Fitness

Slot said his priority now is stabilizing performances and improving the team’s approach after recent setbacks.

“We have lost more games recently than we are used to, but we also secured two important wins,” he noted. “It’s about improving and ensuring our players are ready for the challenges ahead.”

Alexander Isak Nears Return

Liverpool could receive a boost with the possible return of striker Alexander Isak, who is set to rejoin full training after a three-week absence due to a groin injury.

“He will train with the group today for the first time,” Slot confirmed. “However, rehab is not the same as match intensity, so we will need to assess his readiness.”