Arne Slot is making waves at Liverpool, and Fabio Capello knows a thing or two about following in big footsteps. The former Milan coach drew parallels between his own experience and Slot’s journey.
High praise from a veteran coach
Capello took over at Milan after Arrigo Sacchi and went on to win four Serie A titles and a UEFA Champions League in the 90s. Now, he’s impressed by how Slot is handling the pressure of succeeding Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool.
Slot’s task was daunting, but he’s on track to win the Premier League title in his first season at Anfield. Liverpool has a 12-point lead over Arsenal with nine games left. To secure the title, they need 16 points – even if Arsenal wins all their remaining games, which is unlikely.
In an interview with the Daily Mail, Capello said, “Achieving this after Jurgen Klopp, whom I admired, is incredible. It’s similar to my career. I joined Milan after Arrigo Sacchi, and everyone thought the team was done, that they no longer wanted to work, that they had won too many trophies.”
A tale of two coaches
Capello’s story and Slot’s situation share a common thread – both coaches took over teams with high expectations and delivered impressive results. As Slot navigates his first season at Liverpool, he’s proving himself to be a worthy successor to Klopp’s legacy. With the title within reach, Liverpool fans are eager to see how the season unfolds.
