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Arne Slot warns Liverpool stars that hard work is their only option as Reds prepare for another Merseyside battle against Everton

It felt like the first day back at school after half-term as Arne Slot walked into his press conference sporting a fresh sun tan to accompany his usual jovial grin and demeanour.

This was his first public appearance for 16 days, a time which the Liverpool boss and his squad have spent resetting body and – perhaps more importantly – mind.

Given the weather on Merseyside this last fortnight, players and coaching team could have saved some money and stayed at home rather than jet off for a few days in the sun.