Slot Seeks Defensive Fix After Community Shield Loss

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has voiced concerns about the team's defensive frailties after their Community Shield loss to Crystal Palace on penalties, despite attacking improvements from new signings Hugo Ekitike and Jeremie Frimpong. Liverpool twice led in the match but failed to secure a win, continuing a trend of not keeping clean sheets in recent games. Slot stressed the urgency for new recruits to adapt defensively and acknowledged the challenge of maintaining balance as Liverpool aim to defend their Premier League title. He highlighted that conceding goals too easily could threaten their trophy ambitions. The manager remains optimistic about integrating the new players but insists that defensive adjustments are essential before the season opener against Bournemouth. Slot also recognized the heightened expectations that come with his role at Liverpool.