Liverpool had an easy fix for their defensive problems in September but bizarrely chose not to use it - opinion

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Injuries have been an issue for the 28-year-old, rendering him more or less redundant.Liverpool chose not to sell Gomez in the summer, despite a reported proposal from Crystal Palace. Unfortunately, Liverpool said no, a decision which continues to look worse with every passing game.Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesLiverpool should have accepted Joe Gomez exitGomez has been a terrific servant for Liverpool and arguably deserves far more playing time than he is getting under Slot.However, if the Liverpool head coach is not going to use him, then he absolutely should have let him go over the summer.READ MORE: Arne Slot explains why he decided not to play Joe Gomez at right-back during Liverpool’s latest thrashingGomez’s appeal is that he can play across the whole back four, but even with Liverpool’s struggles at full-back this season he has not been used at all.In hindsight, the right thing to do was to let Palace take Gomez to facilitate Guehi joining.

Should Liverpool sack Arne Slot? Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images Had Liverpool signed the Palace captain, he would long since have taken his place in the starting XI next to Van Dijk.Perhaps the Reds would still be far below where they’re expected to be.

Liverpool can rectify their mistake in JanuaryOf course, there is still a window in which Liverpool can make up for their clear mistake and save their season.Having seen what his Slot’s defence has been serving up this term, it would be criminal if Liverpool were not in for a new centre-back in January.Palace are expecting Liverpool to make another play for Guehi, and instead of messing around with negotiation tactics, the Reds should make them an offer they can’t refuse. The need for another option is now far too great, it could even be the difference between three or four places in the Premier League table.Liverpool tried to be too clever over the summer and look where it got them.