Attractive Football Matters More Than Trophies to Me – Liverpool Boss Arne Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has said that playing exciting, entertaining football is more important to him than simply winning trophies at Anfield.

Speaking during The Reds Roundtable, the Dutch coach reflected on last season’s Premier League title triumph, noting that the team’s style of play brought him as much fulfilment as lifting the trophy itself.

Slot explained that while managers are often judged by silverware, his greatest satisfaction comes from producing football that fans genuinely enjoy watching.

“You can win the league, the Champions League, the FA Cup or the League Cup, but the biggest thing you can win is playing the nicest football to watch,” he said.

He acknowledged that some supporters may disagree with his viewpoint but insisted that his philosophy remains unchanged, stressing his desire for possession-based, high-intensity football that excites the crowd.

“I always want to have the ball, I want intensity, and I want the fans to like what they see,” Slot added.

The Liverpool boss admitted that failing to entertain supporters during matches frustrates him more than poor results or league standings.

“That bothers me the most — even more than results or the league table — when not all our fans feel we are a joy to watch throughout the game,” he said.

Slot also showed empathy toward fan criticism, admitting he often shares their frustrations.

“I understand them, because I agree with them,” he noted.

While he recognises the importance of trophies, Slot believes a club’s identity and philosophy ultimately matter more in the long run.

“Trophies are important, but being a team or a club that stands for something — especially good football — is, in the long term, worth even more,” he concluded.