Jamie Carragher has picked out three current Liverpool players who ‘can’t run’.
Liverpool are currently gearing up for their first season under new boss Arne Slot, who replaced Jurgen Klopp at the end of the 23/24 season.
Although the Reds are yet to bring in any new faces, they have won all three of their pre-season matches during their tour of the United States.
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Slot’s men beat Real Betis before getting the better of Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United.
With the new season just over a week away, former Liverpool man Carragher has picked out one concerning thing about Slot’s midfield options.
Speaking on The Overlap, brought to you by Sky Bet, Carragher explained: “I think the interesting thing is that when you look at Arne Slot play it looks a bit more technical than Jurgen Klopp.
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“He’s a Dutch coach and when you think about what Jurgen did in that position he brought Fabinho in. I’m not sure Arne Slot is going to bring that type of footballer in. I think he wants someone who can get on the ball and play. I thought Mac Allister did that role a lot for Liverpool last season.”
He continued: “Liverpool definitely lack legs and energy in midfield. If you think about how they finished last season it was Mac Allister, Endo and Harvey Elliott as the midfield three.
“All got great strengths but none of them can run. When I look at that position, I say it’s a fear, I don’t know if Liverpool will bring any in, but if it’s a total footballer will he be too similar to Mac Allister last season, and you lacked that physical presence, that energy to protect the back four.”
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On Wednesday, it was reported that Liverpool are exploring a deal to sign Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi to strengthen their midfield.
Providing an update on the transfer, Fabrizio Romano wrote on social media: “Liverpool are exploring move for Martin Zubimendi as new midfielder, as there’s €60m release clause into his contract. Talks will follow between clubs and on player side.
“Liverpool remain confident to sign Martín Zubimendi, with talks ongoing as reported earlier today. There’s still work to do but #LFC on it.”
Topics: Liverpool, Arne Slot, Jamie Carragher, Football
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