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The Liverpool head coach acknowledged that it was expected for concerns to be raised about his position after a further convincing defeat against the Dutch champions.

Liverpool endured their 9th defeat in 12 games, marking the club's poorest streak after being demoted in the 1953-54 season.

They were outplayed by the Eredivisie title holders on a tough night at their home ground.

“I'm confident, I'm fine, I've received plenty of support from management,” the coach remarked.

“It would be nice to turn it around and secure a win naturally but if you are in a managerial role and not doing well then it is normal that people question you.”

He noted, “I accept my situation. It is not the initial instance I've found myself in a tough spot but it's crucial that we improved our results.”

Talks with The Board

Upon being questioned to provide details on his conversations with the team officials, the head coach revealed:

“There's regular dialogue. They are supportive to the team and to me and we discuss these matters but they don't phone me all the time of the day to say they have faith in me.”

He added, “During our regular exchanges I perceive the belief. However I haven’t spoken to them after this defeat so far so it remains to be seen.”

Recurring Failings and Player Response

The manager expressed regret over known shortcomings from his team in their Champions League loss, specifically wasted chances and leaking goals.

Meanwhile, player Curtis Jones was more direct in his evaluation of the team's situation.

“I haven't got the solutions. Truthfully, I don’t. I’m saying that to everybody,” the midfielder stated.

“It’s just unacceptable. I don't have to wait to think about it. I'm beyond getting mad inside. I've reached the stage currently where I just don’t have the phrases.”

He went on, “It’s hard because I play for the side I follow. I'm a supporter, and I’ve seen this club since I was young.”

“In a long, long time, I haven’t experienced a Reds side going through a period such as this with performances this poor.”

He finished, “But we still have that badge on our chest. And as long as it is taken away, we will always fight.”

“We will attempt to bring this squad back to its rightful place, show everyone again the values of this club and the reason it's called the greatest side in the planet.”

“At this moment, things are bad and it must improve.”