Part of the reason Gravenberch ended up at Anfield was because of Liverpool legend Sadio Mane, who he once shared a dressing room with at Bayern. Former Ajax star Gravenberch recently shed light on the crucial chat which preceded his Merseyside transfer.

Arne Slot has picked out Virgil van Dijk and Ryan Gravenberch as two players who have surprised him with their quality since he arrived as Liverpool boss. It has been a brilliant time for Slot since he joined the Reds, taking on the seemingly difficult challenge of replacing Jurgen Klopp, but excelling in the role.

Liverpool may not have been active in the transfer window, but Arne Slot was dealt a hammer blow the day after it closed. The club resisted the temptation to bring reinforcements in to bolster their squad depth, despite the prospect of a frenzied schedule as they fight for silverware on four fronts.

But even though all things must come to an end, a change in Liverpool's boss didn't have to mean a departure from their recent run as title challengers, and boy, has Arne Slot proven that to be true.

Liverpool faces Spurs in the Carabao Cup later today hoping to overturn a 1-0 deficit, and things are going well for Arne Slot's side - but contract news is still awaited

Arne Slot could be adding a new winger to his team according to the latest reports with the Dutchman looking to promote an exciting winger. Liverpool transfer news today: Agent CONFIRMS offer as wonderkid deal moves closer So far,

Arne Slot was openly critical of one Liverpool player following a perceived error over the concession of a goal in a recent Reds match. Last Wednesday,