Slot: I Will Be Liverpool's Coach Next Season, and This is Mohamed Salah's Condition

Liverpool coach Arne Slot appeared in a press conference to discuss tomorrow's match against Aston Villa in the 37th round of the English Premier League at Villa Park.

Regarding the team's condition, the coach said: "Ibrahima Konate is fine, he trained with us. Mohamed Salah will be available tomorrow but only for a few minutes, and I hope he can participate. Alisson Becker trained with us again, and we will see tomorrow if he is ready to play or needs an additional week."

He also explained that Florian Wirtz is suffering from stomach inflammation and is receiving antibiotics, noting that his participation will be decided before the match.

On the future of Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson Becker and the possibility of the last two matches being his final ones in a Liverpool shirt, Slot said: "I read the same news you do, but that's not something I'll discuss here."

He added: "The fans should support Alisson whether it’s his last match or his first, and that’s what I have always done. If he plays tomorrow or next week, he will have the fans' support, and the same applies to next season."

Slot also spoke about Scottish full-back Andy Robertson, saying: "He is one of the players who changed the concept of the full-back position. Everyone remembers the moment he started pressing from the left side, then appeared on the right wing and returned again. Many coaches have used this moment to explain mentality and intensity, and I am one of them. He is a great person on and off the field and has been very influential in the dressing room."

Regarding the team's decline in results away from home this season: "This is one of the reasons for our current situation. We lost a lot of points away, especially after European matches, and in games we should have won. We were in a good position after 70 or 80 minutes in several away games, but we lost points in the final moments."

On the criticism he faced this season: "In modern football, if the coach or club doesn't have the best season, debate starts immediately. This happens everywhere, not just at Liverpool. Ten or 15 years ago, these discussions took place only in pubs, but now they are public. And if you read some comments, I think their authors were having a drink!"

On the new season: "We already know the location of our preparatory tour, and there are ongoing discussions with the club regarding new signings, and I am involved in them."

Regarding Ibrahima Konate's contract renewal, he said: "If an agreement is reached, we will announce it, but so far, there is nothing new."

On Harvey Elliott's situation and his unsuccessful loan with Aston Villa: "It didn't work out for everyone, and it's natural for a player not to be happy when not participating, especially after the season he had with us."

About Kerkes: "Yes, he is at a high level. He played many matches despite his young age, and his future looks bright."

In conclusion, Slot emphasized that he expects to continue with Liverpool next season, saying: "I don't think the decision is solely up to me, but I have every reason to believe I will be Liverpool's coach next season, given my current contract and the discussions we are having with the management."