Xabi Alonso was delighted to return to Liverpool but less pleased with his side's 4-0 defeat. Luis Diaz ran riot in the second half with the help of Curtis Jones.

Arne Slot vs. Xabi Alonso had the makings of an epic battle. In the end it was the Liverpool coach who cruised to victory against the man many believed was destined to take over at Anfield this season.

By the end of the evening his name was ringing around the Kop and Arne Slot could enjoy the final moments of the 14th victory of what had been a remarkable start to his time as manager of one of the most demanding clubs in the world.