Slot: Alexis Mac Allister Key to Liverpool’s Title Push

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·4 mai 2025

Slot: Alexis Mac Allister Key to Liverpool’s Title Push

Slot Highlights Underrated Brilliance of Mac Allister

Mac Allister’s Form Elevates Liverpool’s Title Charge

Liverpool’s head coach Arne Slot has paid glowing tribute to Alexis Mac Allister, whose intelligent and relentless displays in midfield have quietly underpinned the Reds’ successful Premier League title campaign. While the spotlight often lands on Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, or the emerging Ryan Gravenberch, Slot insists that Mac Allister’s influence has been fundamental.

After a steady start to life at Anfield, the Argentina World Cup winner emerged as a pivotal figure following the turn of the year. His decisive strike against Tottenham — the goal that put Liverpool 2-1 up and effectively ignited the Anfield celebrations — encapsulated his rising influence.

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Slot was emphatic in his appraisal:

“I don’t think he is underrated by me because he played maybe every game or close to every game. Maybe the few times he didn’t play that was because he needed rest or he got a knock, so he couldn’t play. (He’s a) very important player, (has) game intelligence (and is) so comfortable on the ball.”

Tenacity and Intelligence Define Mac Allister’s Game

Slot’s admiration stems not just from Mac Allister’s technical gifts, but also his capacity to blend tactical awareness with raw determination. It’s this duality that sets him apart from typical playmakers — players often celebrated for creativity but not necessarily for grit.

“But what makes him even more special to me is normally players that have so much game inside and are so comfortable on the ball are not as aggressive and intense without the ball.He is one of the few players in the world that combines this great game intelligence, great on the ball, but (with) a tenacity without the ball. In our midfield, he stands out in terms of tenacity.”

His pressing and off-the-ball discipline have complemented Liverpool’s high-octane style, allowing others around him to flourish while he handles the hard yards. It’s this understated excellence that makes him one of the league’s most underrated midfielders.

Slot Plans Squad Rotation, But Intensity Remains

With the title race already settled — Liverpool hold an unassailable 15-point lead over Arsenal — Slot is expected to rotate his squad in the final four fixtures. However, he remains adamant that the team’s standards will not dip.

“We are going into these four games trying to win them all, of course, that’s what we always want, that’s what every player, every Liverpool shirt should aim for – winning a game of football,” Slot affirmed.

While fringe players are likely to be given opportunities, the Dutchman doesn’t anticipate complacency, even as the pressure eases.

“I would judge us more on the amount of points we have now compared to teams that won it in the past four games before the end, because there’s definitely a difference if we’re still competing than the games we play now.That’s not to say that we’re going to lose them, we have a lot of trust in the players we’re going to play now as well.”

Future Looks Bright Under Slot’s Command

Slot’s reign at Anfield has already yielded silverware and a rejuvenated squad full of energy, cohesion and tactical sharpness. At the heart of this revival lies Mac Allister — not just an architect of attacks, but a relentless enforcer in midfield.

His ability to combine technical finesse with relentless work rate makes him more than just a cog in Liverpool’s machine; he’s a key driver of its success. And while he may not dominate the headlines like others, within the club walls, his value is both recognised and cherished.