Arne Slot handed James McConnell an opportunity in the Champions League and was so impressed he's changed his transfer plans - with Jurgen Klopp handing the midfielder his debut last term

The German manager announced his departure just under a year ago, with his side sat top of the Premier League.

But even though all things must come to an end, a change in Liverpool's boss didn't have to mean a departure from their recent run as title challengers, and boy, has Arne Slot proven that to be true.

Liverpool are six points clear of Arsenal in the race for the Premier League title and Arne Slot has revealed he has turned to his Anfield predecessor Jurgen Klopp for advice

Liverpool were five points clear at the top of the Premier League after beating Chelsea on January 31 last season — but then collapsed in the final weeks of the season.

A year on from Jurgen Klopp announcing his was leaving the Reds, this win showed just how far Arne Slot has taken his title-chasing side

Liverpool reportedly has its sights set on Miguel Gutierrez as it looks for a new left-back, with Arne Slot having already given his approval of the Girona star

Arne Slot was openly critical of one Liverpool player following a perceived error over the concession of a goal in a recent Reds match. Last Wednesday,

Liverpool are thriving under Arne Slot and Cody Gakpo has a theory behind why the Reds' midfield is doing so well under the Dutchman, having improved since Jurgen Klopp's time in charge

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