Arne Slot has said he hopes to continue working with captain Virgil van Dijk "for a long time" amid continued uncertainty over his long-term Liverpool future.

"He deserves every compliment he gets," Slot said. "He's been outstanding for this club for so many years and since I've been working here, he's been outstanding for me. He wants, like all the others, to make it a great season.

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.

Arne Slot admits Liverpool will give some of their fringe players the chance to shine during Sunday’s FA Cup clash with Plymouth. Liverpool, fresh from securing a spot in the Carabao Cup final, visit second-tier Championship side Plymouth on Sunday before league matches against Everton,

Liverpool switch their focus to the FA Cup this weekend as they take on Championship strugglers Plymouth Argyle in the fourth round. Arne Slot's team remain on course for Premier League glory provided that they can keep Arsenal comfortably behind them in the standings,