‘Very nice’ – Liverpool star explains the difference between Arne Slot’s ‘elegant’ style of play and Jurgen Klopp’s

Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott has shared his take on Arne Slot’s style of play compared to Jurgen Klopp’s.

Klopp left Liverpool after nine years in-charge and Slot was announced as his replacement. Slot has started his role as the club manager and Elliott played a key role in Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Real Betis, which marked the beginning of their United States tour.

Speaking ahead of an upcoming friendly match against Arsenal at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Elliott shared his insights on the team’s adaptation to Slot’s methods.

Harvey Elliott of Liverpool is challenged by Nabil Fekir of Real Betis in the first half during the pre-season friendly (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)

“It’s very elegant, Dutch style, it’s very nice. The style of play is a lot different. It’s more about in possession now,” he told reporters. “The players are excited, we play certain patterns, it is a good buzz around the team and the lads are excited to apply it in games.

“It’s a fresh start for everyone. I don’t think it is nerves but excitement. I think we [will learn it] very quickly to be honest. We have seen in the last game there were certain moments where the amazing football was free-flowing.

“It’s pre-season and it is only the first couple of games and we need to keep trusting what they are teaching us. We need to keep going if things don’t work out [immediately] because it is all new.”

Liverpool will be looking to continue their impressive run in pre-season by defeating an Arsenal side that has not shown any sign of complacency.

Meanwhile, Elliot will be hoping to secure a regular starting spot when the competitive fixtures kick off by impressing the Dutch manager during Liverpool’s remaining pre-season friendlies against Arsenal, Manchester United and Sevilla.