Szoboszlai's Insight: Contrasting Klopp and Slot at Liverpool

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He stated, "With Jurgen, our strategy was to win the ball and quickly transition to scoring, which was quite effective. Nowadays, we focus more on ball possession, remain composed, and gradually build up our attacks from the back."

Liverpool midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai has opened up about former boss Jurgen Klopp and new manager Arne Slot and the tactical changes made in the managerial switch.AdvertisementAdvertisement

"Jurgen was the 12th man. If he could, he would run on to the pitch and do some tackles or whatever. The new manager is more calm. He knows that what we plan will work out somehow if we do it." 

Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson also explained the differences between the two managers which he admits helps him as a player when playing out from the back. 

"Arne is a manager that likes to create from behind a lot with short passes to create spaces where we can hurt the opponent," he said. "For me it didn't change too much, but I think for the team it changes a little bit more the formation. But for me it's been great - I have more players to play together closer to me. 

"If we can do that with consistency, if we can do that in every game, in an intense way, defending really good, being compact, I think we can achieve great things for the season." 

Liverpool travel to Stamford Bridge for a clash with Chelsea next Sunday and their new tactical style will be on full display once again as they try to extend their lead at the top of the table.