Why did you choose Liverpool if you reject Tottenham? Slot gives the answer

Liverpool coach Arne Slott revealed that in 2023 (a year before he entered Anfield Stadium), he rejected Tottenham Hotspur's invitation under the persuasion of his family.

At that time, the Dutch coach led the team to the Dutch Eredivisie in just two seasons, which attracted the attention of Tottenham. North London club originally planned to replace Antonio Conte, but Slott eventually chose to stay. However, the tactician didn't wait too long before he got the chance to enter the Premier League again - in the summer of 2024, he replaced Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool's new coach.

In an interview with the media, Slott explained how family factors could end the transfer of Tottenham and how things changed when Liverpool issued an invitation a year later.

"99% rejected Tottenham Hotspur because of family reasons," Slott admitted, "I told the children that they could come to London to reunite during the holidays. But my daughter responded that 'I also want to play with friends during the holidays ' '".

"Actually, I thought it was a rare opportunity to go to Tottenham at that time. After all, how many people can go directly to Spurs from Feyenoord? But when Liverpool issued an invitation last year, the situation was completely different. There was no higher platform than Liverpool. "

Tottenham, who missed Slotte, finally chose Ang Postkoglu. Although the Australian coach finished the season with the UEFA Cup, he ranked only 17th in the league (46 points behind champion Liverpool), and is still waiting for the club's final decision on his stay or stay.