Arne Slot’s system is not working – but key stats show Liverpool aren’t doing the basics

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While Arne Slot‘s implementation of a new system mightn’t be going to plan, he hasn’t been helped by the individual mistakes of several Liverpool players. Now, this isn’t always done with a view to immediate success, hence why coaches need time to work with players.

What we can be sure of, though, is that no matter your thoughts on Slot’s tactics this season, some of Liverpool’s players are failing to do the basics. However, the Dutchman is a good case study to see how individuals were making mistakes that Slot couldn’t account for.

That isn’t necessarily the case, though. When the team aren’t in sync, the pressing machine isn’t as effective and therefore players are less likely to come away with the ball.