A GUILT-EDGED CHANCE TO STOP ROT

Slot blames himself for slump but seeks upturn in Europe

- BY IAN DOYLE

ARNE SLOT admits he feels guilty about the “ridiculous” run of form that has left Liverpool's Premier League title defence in tatters.

A sixth defeat in their past seven league games has cranked up the pressure on the Reds boss, who accepts he still has to prove himself at Anfield despite leading the club to the title last season.

Saturday's dismal 3-0 home loss to Nottingham Forest saw Liverpool slip into the bottom half of the table, behind neighbours Everton.

Slot’s side will hope for some relief when they aim for a fourth win in five games in the opening Champions League stage with the visit of Eredivisie leaders PSV Eindhoven tonight.