Reds found their happy Slot, says Konate

LIVERPOOL centre-half Ibrahima Konate revealed manager Arne Slot told the team last summer they could win the Premier League title this season.

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The Dutchman replaced Jurgen Klopp in July 2024 and duly put an end to Manchester City's record run of four consecutive league triumphs when he guided Liverpool to a 20th English top-flight title on Sunday following a 5-1 demolition of Tottenham at a jubilant Anfield.

"I think he brings something new, like the style of playing," 25-year-old Konate said.

"Just before we started the season he showed us why we didn't win the league the year before, some details, and he said if we change that and improve on that we have a big chance to win the league.

"And that's what we've done since the start of the season. We have to be happy."

After taking over following his German predecessor's highly successful nine-year reign, Slot moved from Klopp's high-octane pressing style to a more controlled, possession-based game. The changes bore their fruit as Liverpool cruised to the title with four matches to spare. Slot celebrated his success on the pitch at Anfield after Sunday's win in typical low-key fashion, but Konate believes his manager merits all the plaudits.

"I saw him on the pitch and he didn't really want to take the praise, he walked behind us and it's crazy to be humble like that," the Frenchman said.