With Shaun Wright-Phillips recently lauding Jota for his ability to finish off chances despite his physical stature, Liverpool found a real gem in the Portuguese international and his unique skillset that has led to the forward becoming a true asset in recent years.

Darwin Núñez remains a divisive figure, and Slot has come to his defence. When asked about the striker’s struggles, Slot refuted claims that Núñez was suffering from a crisis of confidence: “That’s your perception and maybe the perception of other people as well, but it’s not my perception that he’s struggling in self-confidence.”