Arne Slot has paid tribute to the first responders to the Water Street crash.
Slot and his Liverpool team had paraded their Premier League title through the city centre shortly before a man drove into a crowd of celebrating fans.
More than 50 people were taken to hospital in the aftermath of Monday’s shocking incident with 11 of those still currently requiring medical care.
Slot had been due to attend the League Managers Association’s awards ceremony just 24 hours later but withdrew in solidarity with those affected.
The Dutchman, who was due to receive the LMA and Premier League Manager of the Season awards at the event, sent a letter in his absence.
“As you will know, a shocking incident took place in Liverpool yesterday, one that left dozens of men, women and children who had attended our parade injured,” wrote Slot.
“As a result I have had to withdraw from the event out of solidarity with all affected.
“This is not a decision I have taken lightly but it is one that I feel is absolutely right given the seriousness of the situation.
“I hope that I have your understanding in this regard.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank the wider football community, including the LMA itself, the Premier League and many clubs who will be represented tonight, for the support we have received over the last 24 hours.
“Football is and always should be a game built on rivalry, but it is also a great source of comradeship, especially at times like this.”
He added: “I would also like to pay tribute to the emergency services and other authorities in Liverpool who swung into action as soon as the incident happened.
“Along with the supporters and bystanders who helped one another in an hour of need, I think everyone involved in the aftermath deserves the gratitude of all of us.”