Liverpool supporters feared the worst while Manchester United fans were rubbing their hands with glee when the Reds’ teamsheet dropped before the two sides’ clash at Anfield on Sunday.
Jurgen Klopp had pulled a surprise by benching Stefan Bajcetic, with captain Jordan Henderson recalled at his expense alongside Fabinho and Harvey Elliott. Given Liverpool’s midfield woes this season, supporters were prepared for another evening spent watching their engine-room get overrun.
After all, Henderson and Fabinho have been nowhere near their best all season long. As a result, fingers of blame have perhaps been pointed in the pair’s direction most as the Reds struggle through a transitional season with an ageing squad.
