Joe Gomez Discusses Liverpool’s Season Progress and New Manager Arne Slot

Liverpool defender Joe Gomez shared his thoughts with BBC Radio 5 Live regarding his recent start in a match. He stated, “I mean, obviously we know what it’s like with a relentless schedule. You never want to see team-mates get injured – Ibrahima Konate has been unbelievable.” Gomez further added, “I understand what it means to be ready and to stay consistent throughout the season, as it can change so quickly. I have enjoyed it and I have to keep on working.” Addressing questions about experiencing nerves during the game, Gomez admitted, “I would be lying if there wasn’t. When we missed a few big chances and it was 1-0, it can change so quickly. The players they bring on from the bench, they can change it at any moment.” He confessed, “I was a bit worried. When we got that second one, we were more relaxed.” Discussing the team’s current nine-point lead, Gomez remarked, “At the start of the season, if you said we would be in this position, we would bite your hand off.” However, he cautioned, “It means nothing at this point if, come the end of the season, we are not lifting the trophy. It will feel like we have squandered a big opportunity. The Premier League is so relentless and we have big games coming up.” Regarding the new manager, Arne Slot, Gomez observed, “I think the biggest thing is he is not trying to fill Jurgen’s shoes or be Jurgen [Klopp].” He elaborated, “Jurgen’s legacy is stamped in the history of the club and that cannot be changed. He [Arne Slot] has been himself, it has been refreshing and all the coaching staff have been positive.” Gomez concluded by saying, “Today was about hard work and working harder than them. The work is not done, we haven’t won anything. It is a great start and he is constantly reminding us about going again.” He added, “He knows we have experience in the squad and he is just on us.”