Liverpool news: Arne Slot responds to Deco comments on Luis Diaz

There was plenty to get stuck into when it came to Liverpool boss Arne Slot’s news conference earlier on as, apart from Trent Alexander-Arnold, he also discussed Luis Diaz and whether the Reds can add to this season’s Premier League title.

On Diaz, Slot was asked about Barcelona sporting director Deco saying the Spanish club “like” the Colombia winger.

After double-checking Deco had made those remarks, the Dutchman said: “Every club has its own way of doing things. You are used to the fact that I don’t talk about players from other clubs that we haven’t signed.

“I understand he is a big admirer of Lucho Diaz – because I am a big admirer of him as well. He is a great player, having a great season.

“He [Deco] admires a few players, which we all do. I admire Lamine Yamal and Raphinha a lot as well!”

Liverpool legend Alan Hansen will present Reds captain Virgil van Dijk with the Premier League trophy after the game against Crystal Palace at Anfield on Sunday.

Hansen won eight league titles, three as captain, with the Anfield club so what does Slot think about his side claiming more top-flight crowns?

“I think we have a lot to compete next season again but what I don’t know yet – and that’s going to be the interesting one – is if we have this elite mentality, this serial winner mentality of showing up season after season,” he said.

“I will get the answer on 8 July when we come back together to see in what shape the players are.”