Liverpool boss Arne Slot has reacted to suggestions that Diogo Jota’s death has contributed to the Reds’ poor start to their season.

Andrew Robertson’s emotional comments after Scotland qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998 rekindled that feeling among observers, who believe the death of a close teammate cannot be overlooked.

The defending Premier League champions have suffered seven defeats in their last 10 matches across all competitions, with the Merseyside giants recording five losses in 11 top-flight games.

This form leaves the Reds eighth in the table , with their five defeats already surpassing last season’s league total of four.

Now, Slot has declined to attribute the club’s declining performances and results to the player’s passing.

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