'He makes sure players stay in line' - Arne Slot missing crucial Liverpool star right now

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Daily Mirror IconSportFootballLiverpool FCAlisson Becker has missed the last four weeks through injury with Arne Slot reminded of the impact his absence is having on Liverpool amidst their recent slumpFormer Liverpool goalkeeper Brad Friedel has stated why Arne Slot's title-winning squad are really missing Alisson with the Brazilian still out of action because of a hamstring injury. Having picked up the issue in the Champions League loss to Galatasaray back in September, he has missed the following five games with four of those ending in defeat.Slot has also been without Alexander Isak and Ryan Gravenberch in recent weeks.

But it is the absence of Alisson, even with Giorgi Mamardashvili doing a solid job, that Friedel believes is "immensely" impacting Liverpool."They will be missing him enormously on the field, but also off it when things aren’t going well - to help situations and make sure players stay in line," he told The Sun.READ MORE: Liverpool owners FSG 'stance' on Arne Slot future as agent talks heldREAD MORE: Alisson hints at Liverpool return as Arne Slot considers goalkeeper change"Giorgi is a very good goalkeeper, but he's very new when it comes to playing in the Premier League. He has a big frame and looks very good, but at this moment in time he is not Alisson."It's unfortunate that at the time Alisson is out, (Caoimhin) Kelleher has gone (to Brentford), and he would've been used to playing at Anfield and used to playing with the Liverpool squad.

I don't see Liverpool losing this game, but Villa will be full of confidence.”Slot has confirmed that Gravenberch will be back available for that game at Anfield, but that Isak and Curtis Jones are all but ruled out of featuring. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL packageThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.