Arne Slot pens emotional farewell letter following Liverpool exit | OneFootball

Arne Slot has written an open letter to the Liverpool fans following his departure last week, declaring that his connection with them and the club “goes beyond football”. 

The 47-year-old was sacked by the Reds following a disappointing campaign in which they meekly relinquished the Premier League title, finishing fifth in the table and without a trophy.

Writing in the Liverpool Echo, he said winning their 20th top-flight title was “beyond special”.

Arne Slot pens emotional farewell letter following Liverpool exit

Slot wrote: “The connection we share goes beyond football, beyond European nights under the Anfield lights or the sound of You’ll Never Walk Alone being sung from The Kop.

“You made me feel welcome from the start and helped me on the path. That is something I cherish.”

Slot said winning the league was “even more meaningful” because fans were able to share in the celebrations, unlike the title success in 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic.

“I was privileged to witness first-hand your spirit of compassion and unity,” he continued. “It is a spirit that has carried this city through difficult moments before, and one that I hope will help bring the justice and accountability so many have campaigned for over many years.”

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Slot also wrote about the death of Diogo Jota, who perished in a car crash last year. He described the “love, compassion and support shown by the Liverpool family” following that tragedy as “extraordinary”. 

The Dutchman also paid tribute to the Liverpool fans, players, staff and owners. “It has been a pleasure working with you all,” he added.

“Liverpool’s 20th league title belongs to all of us and it will remain an important chapter in its history. For that we should all be proud.

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“I leave with complete confidence in what lies ahead. The players who have given so much to this club, who have upheld its values and helped create so many unforgettable moments, have built foundations that will endure.

“At the same time, a new generation is emerging, ready to write its own story and embrace the responsibility that comes with wearing this shirt.

“Change is part of football, but I know that this club will continue to make its people proud.”

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