Liverpool Aims to Show Progress Against Man City

Liverpool manager Arne Slot is determined to showcase his team's progress in their upcoming Premier League clash against second-placed Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday. Slot recalled the previous 3-0 defeat in November, acknowledging that Liverpool was outplayed for significant periods. He views this match as a crucial opportunity to assess the team's current development and competitiveness, especially after City dropped points in their recent fixture.

Slot confirmed that defender Jeremie Frimpong will be unavailable for the weekend match, though Joe Gomez may return. The club's recruitment of four central defenders during the winter transfer window was explained as a strategic plan for the future, anticipating a time beyond Virgil van Dijk's tenure, though Slot hopes he remains fit for several more years. The focus remains on long-term planning rather than just short-term gains.