Virgil van Dijk thanks Arne Slot after his departure from Liverpool
SB Nation • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 12:25 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk voiced gratitude towards former manager Arne Slot following his dismissal on May 30. The club's decision to part ways with Slot was sudden but not entirely unexpected according to reports. Van Dijk led the team off the pitch in a show of appreciation for Slot’s time at Anfield. The club will likely begin the search for a new manager promptly.
- •Arne Slot was dismissed as Liverpool manager on May 30.
- •Virgil van Dijk thanked Slot during the team exit.
- •The club's decision was sudden but anticipated.
- •Liverpool will need to find a new manager soon.
- 12:25 PMSB Nation — Virgil van Dijk First Player To Respond To Slot Sacking - The Liverpool Offside
"The Liverpool captain lead the team off the pitch by thanking the former manager for his time at Anfield.
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