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Konate: Slot told Liverpool they could win title when he arrived
Liverpool manager Arne Slot celebrates after the Premier League match at Anfield, Liverpool, April 13, 2025

LIVERPOOL defender Ibrahima Konate revealed head coach Arne Slot told his side at the start of the season that they could win the Premier League.

After succeeding Jurgen Klopp, one of the first things the Dutchman highlighted to the squad were a few minor areas he felt would make the difference between them finishing third, nine points off the pace, as they did in 2023-24, and winning a record-equalling 20th championship.

That insight has been proved correct, and Konate praised Slot for the influence he has had.

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