Liverpool fans have message for Arne Slot about James McConnell after his display against PSV Eindhoven

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Liverpool supporters have been reacting to James McConnell’s Champions League debut against PSV Eindhoven and have sent a clear message to Arne Slot.

The 20-year-old was given the full 90 minutes for the Reds as they were beaten by the Eredivisie side 3-2 but still managed to top the Champions League group stage.

The Liverpool boss handed minutes to several fringe players, including Federico Chiesa who impressed fans, with the Merseyside club already through to the next round.

The Liverpool academy star’s display had everyone talking after the game with Slot, Andrew Robertson and the club’s supporters commenting on his performance.

What Andy Robertson and Arne Slot said about James McConnell vs PSV

Andrew Robertson admitted James McConnell was “great” against PSV and was also impressed with Jayden Danns.

Robertson told TNT Sport: “They were really good. McConnell was great in midfield and driving forward. Big Danns was great up top and held up the ball really well.

Meanwhile, Arne Slot revealed how he was so impressed by McConnell’s performance that he no longer wants to send him out on loan.

Slot revealed in his post-match press conference: “One of them will not go on loan and I think you know which one I mean. James McConnell, I wouldn’t say definitely but I liked him a lot today.”

Liverpool fans’ message to Arne Slot about James McConnell

Liverpool fans have urged Slot to keep James McConnell around the squad this season and are confident he can contribute to the rest of their campaign.

Some supporters were impressed by his display in the number six role and how composed the youngster looked in such a big match.

After the defeat, Liverpool fans took to X to share how impressed they were with the 20-year-old’s performance in the Netherlands.

One fan said: “The best thing about James McConnell is that he always plays with a smile on his face. He doesn’t dwell on mistakes, just gets up and carries on. He reminds me a bit of Scott McTominay in terms of physique and all-roundedness. He’s not really a number six and not really a number eight but he could be either.”

“There was not a lot of talk about James McConnell last night but he was more composed than a lot of his teammates. He’s a natural number six and I wouldn’t be loaning him out this window,” added another.

There was yet more praise for McConnell: “The result didn’t matter last night but some of the younger lads got the feel of a Euro away. James McConnell doesn’t mess around, does he? One to watch maybe.”

“I really like James McConnell. I pray he continues to rise and becomes one of those great ones. There’s something about the way he plays,” claimed another supporter.