Area Liverpool Must Upgrade Highlighted by £100k p/w Ace’s “Strange” Performance vs Chelsea
Liverpool’s transfer dealings have been a hot topic ever since Arne Slot took charge. Although Jurgen Klopp left Anfield in a strong position after his nine-year tenure, the club’s leadership has been criticised for complacency and not pursuing further reinforcements.
After a failed attempt to sign Martin Zubimendi, Liverpool made just one notable addition to their squad, with Federico Chiesa arriving only two days before the transfer window closed.
Strengthening the central defence and midfield—positions comparable to Manchester City’s Rodri and Arsenal’s Declan Rice—was widely considered essential.
However, three months into the season, a new concern has emerged. While Ryan Gravenberch and Ibrahima Konate have impressed, Andrew Robertson is starting to show signs of wear, prompting questions about how much longer he can maintain his current form.
In Sunday’s match against Chelsea, the 30-year-old had difficulty keeping up with Noni Madueke during fast-paced counterattacks, often trailing behind. Gary Neville called his performance “strange,” pointing out: “There’s something not quite right about him.”
Although Liverpool clinched a victory to stay at the top of the Premier League after 10 matches, their new Dutch manager has already demonstrated his unwavering commitment to progress and excellence. With January nearing, the option of signing a left-back may come into consideration.
Andy Robertson’s Performance vs Chelsea
During Klopp’s tenure, Robertson established himself as a hardworking and no-nonsense left-back, gaining recognition for his relentless energy and dedication.
After his bargain £8 million transfer from Hull City in 2017, the Scottish captain quickly secured his position among the Premier League’s top left-backs, winning every major trophy in the process.
However, this season suggests that Robertson might be nearing the end of his peak. With wingers across Europe returning to their traditional role as fast, one-on-one attackers, the 30-year-old has started showing signs of slowing down after seven years of consistently performing for his team.
Though his work rate remains impressive, it was inevitable that it would eventually take a toll. Despite some improvement in the second half, he was often left vulnerable by opposing players.
The Scot had a tough time against Madueke, as mentioned earlier, but his in-game stats showed improvement despite his performance not visually standing out.
After the break, his play notably picked up, though it’s evident that Liverpool would prefer an alternative to Kostas Tsimikas in that role, given the Greek defender has often been criticised for his poor positioning.
| Andrew Robertson’s Statistics vs Chelsea | |
|---|---|
| Minutes | 90 |
| Accurate passes | 41/46 (89%) |
| Accurate long balls | 6/9 (67%) |
| Tackles won | 2/3 (67%) |
| Ground duels won | 2/3 (67%) |
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