Liverpool’s defence is under scrutiny after conceding four goals in a 4-3 loss against Bayern Munich in their Singapore tour. Cody Gakpo and Virgil Van Dijk gave the Reds an early lead, but Bayern came back with goals from Serge Gnabry and Leroy Sane. Liverpool regained the lead through Luis Diaz, but Bayern ultimately secured the victory with goals from Josip Stanisic and Frans Kratzig. Mail Sport’s Lewis Steele, who attended the match, shares five key takeaways:
1. Klopp has expressed concern about Liverpool’s defence, and their performance in this friendly only highlights the need for improvement. The team was too open on the right flank, with Gnabry capitalizing on the space left by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s movement into midfield.
2. Cody Gakpo’s impressive performance as a central striker suggests that he could become a permanent fixture in Liverpool’s starting lineup. His creative play and ability to operate in tight spaces make him a suitable replacement for Darwin Nunez.
3. Curtis Jones showed promising skills in the No 6 role, but his struggles against fast opponents raise doubts about his suitability for big Premier League matches, especially away from home. Liverpool’s pursuit of defensive midfielders Romeo Lavia and Andre indicates that Klopp is seeking alternatives.
4. Luis Diaz, who had a frustrating season due to injuries, showcased his ability as Liverpool’s best attacker in the second half. With the team competing in the Europa League, Diaz has an opportunity to regain confidence and earn a regular spot in the Premier League starting XI.
5. With Liverpool’s star players likely to be rested in Europa League matches, young talents like Bobby Clark and Ben Doak have the chance to shine and impress Klopp against decent opposition. Doak, in particular, impressed as a speedy winger and provided a glimpse of his potential.
Overall, Liverpool’s defence and the performances of Gakpo, Jones, Diaz, and the young players are areas that Klopp should focus on as they prepare for the upcoming season.
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