Arne Slot and Robin van Persie worked together at Feyenoord (Picture: Getty Images)Robin van Persie has backed Arne Slot to do ‘very well’ as Liverpool manager, saying the new coach’s style of play is ‘in line’ with Jurgen Klopp’s. Former Manchester United and Arsenal striker Van Persie worked with Slot at Feyenoord and is backing him to handle that huge step up admirably, expecting the new Reds boss to shine in the Premier League. ‘I think [he’ll do] very well, very well,’ Van Persie told ESPN. ‘How he wants to play is in line with Klopp’s style of play and what they are used to there. ‘I think it’s a great match, Arne Slot and Liverpool.

Source: Metro May 23, 2024 18:16 UTC