re: tOfficial Liverpool 2019/2020Thread: Back on our Perch

Why has our defense looked so bad? I can’t figure this one out.

It is, but to be fair, this is one of the first times this year our normal back 4 will play most of a full match together... also cant underestimate how big of an impact Alisson has back there when he returns

Getting roasted on the edge by Insigne

In defense of the defense, the Liverpool MF has been dominated today by the Napoli MF, so they ain't gettin' a lot of cover in front of them.

What a horrible match.

And the new Elliot kid really needs to change that hair.

Edit: At least the youngsters have been positive in this game.

Edit #2: I just don't see anything for Lallana on this squad. I really don't. But Kloppo seems to like him.

Despite the hair, thought Elliot had some good touches.

Disappointing result, but think I agree the MF got worked putting pressure on the back line. Once we get mo/mane/Bobby back, I’d expect that to change. Looked like the MF was struggling to connect with Origi/Gini/Ox.

Oh, and also agree about Lallana. Between Shaq, Keita, and some of these young guys I think we’re good. Let Lallana go.

We have until August 8th if I'm not mistaken.

But things aren't looking positive in that regard IMO.

To some extent I understand the frustration with no incoming transfers, but what one position in the 11 could/would you want upgraded?

He’s a squad player that wouldn’t hurt you if you needed minutes or game somewhere along the way.

He probably would like more minutes somewhere else but the pay is good and Liverpool won’t give him away.

Exactly. It’s not the XI I’m worried about. TBH though as well as Matip played down the stretch, that’s still a position that could be upgraded. I know there are personal factors to worry about like wages, but De Ligt was being openly shopped around. Eriksen is going to let his contract run out at Tottenham. Koulibaly was there for the taking. I wish we would’ve capitalized on the momentum and swung our dick a little in the transfer market. Our stock is at an all time high. It’s tough, adding a quality player to come and sit the bench. Shaqiri was a great example of that player pool willing to do it. We are flushed with cash right now though and obviously need more depth in several areas. Fabinho played CB at one point last year and Gini played #9 at one point last year. I get that we aren’t oil rich, but we’ve been tight af this summer when there is a clear need for depth. My only hope is that we’ve already tapped up a big fish and are “saving” for him in 2020

Yes, takin bout you Mbappe