Arne Slot, the manager of Liverpool, enters the anticipated match against Newcastle United tomorrow, Saturday, with high spirits, benefiting from the significant 6-0 victory in the UEFA Champions League. This win has alleviated the pressure surrounding the team in recent times.

Liverpool's preparations before the match are dominated by a defensive injury crisis, especially after the injury of Jeremie Frimpong, which has limited the options for the backline and sparked discussions about the possibility of making last-minute deals before the winter transfer window closes in 2026.

Regarding the status of Jeremie Frimpong and Ibrahima Konate, Slot said: "Frimpong will not be available tomorrow and will be out for a few weeks, but the injury is not as bad as we initially expected. As for Konate, he trained today and will be included in the squad."

Regarding the possibility of making new deals before the transfer market closes, he clarified: "The answer is known; if we find a player who can help us and signing him is possible, we will do it. However, these matters are not discussed in press conferences. Monday might be quiet."

Regarding the battle for the top four in the English Premier League, he said: "We made a lot of mistakes and conceded goals in the final minutes. Now, there is no room for further slip-ups. As we get closer to the end, the chances for recovery decrease, and every match has become decisive."

Regarding the status of the other injured players, he stated: "Curtis Jones is available, but Joe Gomez will be out for a short additional period. Dan is unlucky with injuries, and if he were ready, he would definitely be with us."

Regarding the difference between the team's performance in the UEFA Champions League and the English Premier League, he said: "The English Premier League relies more on physical strength, long balls, and set pieces, while in the Champions League, play is based on building attacks between the penalty areas."

Regarding the absence of an attacking right-back behind Mohamed Salah, Slot concluded his remarks by saying: "Having an attacking full-back like Frimpong helps the wingers in one-on-one situations, but Endo performed well defensively and provided good coverage. Endo is a very intelligent player, and the most important thing is to always put Mohamed Salah in suitable positions to score."