Arne Slot does not expect Liverpool to pursue experienced signings this summer, despite the impending exits of veteran pair Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. Robertson, who celebrated his 32nd birthday in March, confirmed on Thursday evening that he will depart Anfield at the end of the season as a free agent after nine years at the club. During his time at Anfield he helped the Reds claim major silverware under both Jurgen Klopp and Slot.

The 33-year-old Salah had already revealed last month his imminent departure this summer. The pair's exits will strip the Liverpool squad of two players who formed the cornerstone of their success over the past decade. Fenway Sports Group have long preferred a strategy of recruiting younger talent with scope for development in terms of both potential on the pitch and resale value in the market, rather than spending heavily on older players.

There have, however, been some notable departures from this approach, with James Milner aged 29 when he arrived on a free transfer from Manchester City in 2015, while Wataru Endo was 30 upon his arrival three years ago...