Arne Slot confirms Kostas Tsimikas return to Liverpool

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has officially confirmed that defender Kostas Tsimikas will return to the club following the conclusion of his loan spell at AS Roma. The announcement was made during a press conference preceding the Merseyside derby against Everton. Tsimikas, who is currently on loan with the Italian side, made 24 appearances and provided one assist during his tenure there. Reports suggest that Roma will not pursue a permanent transfer for the Greek international, leading to his expected reintegration into the Liverpool squad for the upcoming pre-season. Slot emphasized that the club is aware of his scheduled return. This development allows the player to compete for a position in the squad for the next season. There is ongoing speculation regarding the future of Andy Robertson, which may affect squad composition. The manager confirmed these plans despite recent scrutiny over the club's performance in domestic competitions and the Champions League.