The Anfield faithful are growing restless, and now, two of dutch football’s most iconic figures, Marco van Basten and Ruud Gullit, are adding their voices to the chorus of concern surrounding Liverpool’s recent performances. Speaking on the popular Dutch football show Rondo on Ziggo Sports,the legendary duo expressed palpable worry as Arne Slot’s squad suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in the domestic competition this past weekend.

A dominant 5-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League had offered a glimmer of hope,suggesting Liverpool might have turned a corner. However, that optimism proved fleeting. A trip to Brentford saw Slot’s men falter once again, succumbing to a 3-2 defeat that has amplified existing anxieties.

Youri Mulder, a keen observer of the game, didn’t mince words when assessing the team’s current state. “You really see players who are seriously out of shape,” Mulder stated, pointing to key figures. “When you see Salah, when you see Szoboszlai… I saw him give a few balls,it didn’t look good. Kerkez is also a purchase, of which I think: ‘is that Liverpool level?'” This sentiment highlights a potential dip in individual form that is impacting the collective.

“You really see players who are seriously out of shape. When you see Salah,when you see Szoboszlai… I saw him give a few balls, it didn’t look good. Kerkez is also a purchase, of which I think: ‘Is that Liverpool level?'”

Youri Mulder, Football Analyst

Van Basten echoed these sentiments, focusing on the defensive unit. “I also thought that central defender,konaté,was slow,” he observed. “He can’t move forward anymore, man.And I don’t see that striker they bought for 140 million, Isak.” The mention of a significant transfer fee for alexander Isak, who has yet to make a significant impact, raises questions about the club’s recruitment strategy under the new management.

Gullit then brought up the case of Hugo Ekitiké, a player who had shown flashes of brilliance earlier in the season. Ekitiké, who was reportedly sidelined to make way for Isak, has seen his own form dip. Gullit believes this decision by Slot may have been detrimental to team morale and cohesion.

“He played very well at the beginning of the season, but then he suddenly threw Isak in,” Gullit explained. “He must be thinking: ‘I’m playing well, why do I have to leave?’ That’s not good for a team either.” This highlights a common challenge in football management: balancing individual player progress and satisfaction with the team’s overall strategy and performance.

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