In the aftermath of the title victory, Slot lauded the set-up Jurgen Klopp had left him. Presumably, he wasn’t referring to Elliott, who has made just 14 Premier League appearances this season, having been a pivotal squad player under the German boss.

A draw against Tottenham on Sunday will secure the club's 20th league title, though they will have to wait to get their hands on the trophy

Officially, there has been no word yet from Liverpool that Klopp will be at Anfield when they lift the Premier League trophy on Sunday 25 May. Klopp, 57, will return to the city two days prior, as a guest speaker at the LFC Foundation’s annual Gala Ball on Friday 23 May. The German is an honorary ambassador for the club’s official charity.