The goalkeeper said there were some worries about the transition between the Liverpool coaches last year - but they ultimately proved unfounded

This article was originally published on www.si.com as ‘Totally Different’—Arne Slot Explains Why Liverpool Fans Should Be Excited About Federico Chiesa. Liverpool manager Arne Slot has insisted Federico Chiesa has banished the demons of last season and is now ready to play a major role in his squad.

Here is everything Arne Slot said ahead of Monday night’s game on injuries, Alexander Isak, Newcastle United and transfers: “What I can tell you is not a lot. And if someone else is going to ask that question, it is going to be the same answer.

Arne Slot, now in his second season in charge after guiding Liverpool to the title last year, knows that expectations are higher than ever. The Dutchman has a side that is being widely tipped to dominate again, but the reality of the opening weekend showed just how fragile a title defence can be.

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney and Liverpool manager Arne Slot partied together in Ibiza earlier this year, with the pair bumping into each other at a Calvin Harris show

Liverpool's loss in the Community Shield Final against Crystal Palace has already added pressure ahead of the new season, despite the marquee signings the club

Arne Slot may think about dropping Ibrahima Konate after his poor performance against Bournemouth in the Premier League.

Slot has the opportunity to join an exclusive list of back-to-back title-winners - but the Dutchman knows it’s a tricky undertaking

Full-back Jeremie Frimpong sustained the injury during victory over Bournemouth but Conor Bradley is back in training and may feature against Newcastle on Monday