Arne Slot says Liverpool ‘mentally much stronger than last season’

The Reds go into the weekend seven points clear of Arsenal with 14 games to go.

Arne Slot believes Liverpool showed greater mental strength in their 2-2 draw with Everton. Pic: Adam Davy/PA

Arne Slot believes Liverpool’s performance in Wednesday’s Merseyside derby showed his table-topping players are mentally stronger than last year.

Liverpool were far from their best in the cauldron-like atmosphere as Goodison Park hosted its final Merseyside derby, and were denied victory when James Tarkowski struck eight minutes into time added on to earn Everton a 2-2 draw amid chaotic scenes.