Alan Shearer spots Liverpool player Arne Slot does not 'trust' as Mohamed Salah prediction made
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Liverpool struggled before the international break suffering three straight defeats in the Premier League and Champions League, falling a point behind Arsenal in the processNewcastle United and Premier League legend Alan Shearer has claimed Liverpool manager Arne Slot does not fully trust Jeremie Frimpong yet as he backed Mohamed Salah to return to his best. Conor Bradley had played as Alexander-Arnold's understudy prior to his exit and Frimpong was signed from Bayer Leverkusen to increase competition for places in that position.However, Frimpong has only started one Premier League match for Liverpool this season with a hamstring injury also playing a factor in his opportunities.
While the Dutchman was expected to be the starter for the Reds, it is clear that has not been the case and Bradley has struggled to nail the position down too.READ MORE: Chelsea legend explains why Liverpool's best player this season is a 'problem' - 'I could write a book'Meanwhile, Salah has not hit the heights of last season yet and although three defeats in a row in all competitions is never good, there is a clear desire not to overreact. "He epitomises what's happening at Liverpool at the moment in terms of being affected by the balance and Liverpool and Slot can't find it yet with the new players.Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.
Things can move pretty quickly, and Liverpool will get better, as will Salah."Following the international break this weekend, Liverpool return to action for the main event next week as they host Manchester United. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.Follow us on Twitter @LivEchoLFC - the official Liverpool ECHO LFC Twitter account - for all the latest LFC news as it happens in real time.We're also on Facebook/LiverpoolEchoLFC - your must-see LFC news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the Liverpool ECHO.Listen to our podcasts by searching for 'Blood Red' wherever you get your podcasts.Sign up for one of the Liverpool Echo's free daily and weekly newsletters on Liverpool FC by clicking here.