Arne Slot sends clear message to PSG over Liverpool's 'fear' ahead of Champions League match

The Reds have been in excellent form under Slot , particularly in domestic competitions, where they have extended their Premier League lead to 13 points. This momentum has seamlessly carried over into Liverpool's Champions League campaign, with Slot's side topping the table and progressing to the last 16.

The two league leaders will meet at the Parc des Princes in what promises to be a thrilling Champions League encounter, with the return leg at Anfield the following week.

Looking ahead to the match, the Liverpool manager said his team are not afraid of facing Luis Enrique's side. "Are we afraid of PSG? We're not afraid of anyone. But I'm impressed by their quality, they're on a similar upward curve to us at the moment," said Slot.

He added: "I don't think teams like Liverpool, Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona or Real Madrid don't fear their rivals. But we respect them and there's a reason for that, and it's what you just said: they won a lot of games in a row and they have a lot of quality players."

"I think it will be a very interesting match for all football fans. I would be surprised if neutral people saw a different match than this one, because I think everyone, including Paris Saint-Germain and us, is looking forward to the match."

PSG claimed an impressive 4-1 win over Lille with goals from Bradley Barcola, Marquinhos, Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué. Despite PSG's dominant performance, Liverpool are in a good position ahead of their Champions League two-legged clash with the French side. The Reds' only game before facing PSG is a Premier League encounter against Southampton, giving them a much-needed week's break.

Arne Slot's tactical approach has brought more control to Liverpool's game, with the team in top form thanks to the availability of its key players.

However, complacency remains a concern for Liverpool. The Reds' form had dipped before their recent resurgence against Manchester City and Newcastle, so they must remain focused to avoid any slip-ups against a high-quality side like PSG. With their fitness levels under control and a rested squad, Liverpool are primed for a strong challenge in Paris.