Liverpool’s Season Has Exposed Three Areas That Must Be Fixed This Summer

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This season for Liverpool has been defined as much by what has been missing as what has been shown. The broader issue is balance across the pitch, and three areas in particular now define Liverpool’s summer priorities.The left side problem that never went awayThe departure of Luis Diaz has left a gap which has not been filled.

The forward line has suffered, but so too has the back four, often left exposed by turnovers higher up the pitch.Diaz’s impact for Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final first leg against Paris Saint-Germain only heightened that debate, with his goal and penalty-winning display a reminder of what FSG allowed to leave.Liverpool are already looking at solutions. It speaks to control, game management and physical drop-off.Liverpool’s midfield has often lacked the ability to slow games down when required.

Slot himself has hinted at underlying reasons for a lack of chance creation, but the inability to dictate tempo has been visible throughout the season.The run-in will define both the season and the summerThe final three matches of the season offer a clear test of where this team really stands. They are about showing whether the issues which have defined the season can be corrected when the pressure is highest.With odds of around 2/5 to secure a top-four finish, you can back Slot’s side to see out the campaign.