If you had to make a list of the problems which have afflicted Liverpool in 2022/23, it would be lengthy. Jurgen Klopp has been deprived of at least five members of his squad (and an average of 6.6) for every game so far this season, for starters.
The Reds had to deal with the enormous psychological disappointment of missing out on an unprecedented quadruple, then immediately rebuild their attack with Darwin Nunez replacing Sadio Mane. The Uruguayan’s three game ban for a red card against Crystal Palace and erratic form in front of goal has not helped this process, neither has a complete lack of penalties in the Premier League.
Liverpool also had a significant problem with opposition teams playing through their midfield far too easily. While that has been solved to some extent by the trio of Thiago Alcantara, Stefan Bajcetic and Naby Keita, the Reds are now susceptible to set plays and crosses. Their recent massive upsurge in defensive mistakes has only made this worse.
