Mo Salah's six-word revelation shows what's costing Liverpool after Arne Slot instruction

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Daily Mirror IconSportFootballLiverpool FCLiverpool have been told Mohamed Salah's lack of defensive responsibilities may be a factor in the team's struggles this season, with the Reds currently eighth in the Premier League tableLiverpool have been warned that Mohamed Salah's reduced defensive duties could be contributing to their disappointing campaign. Last term, Salah scored 34 goals across all competitions as the Reds clinched their 20th league championship.Arne Slot's squad have already suffered five Premier League defeats this campaign - surpassing their entire tally from last season's title-winning run.

“There's a reason Mo Salah last season, when asked about the difference of playing under Slot he said, ‘He tells me to defend less,’ with a big smile on his face," said Murphy during an appearance on talkSPORT."Which is fine when you're scoring and winning games, but at the moment it's costing them.” Murphy's assessment related to observations Salah shared near the conclusion of last season, highlighting the contrast between playing under Slot versus Jurgen Klopp."You can see the numbers," Salah told Sky Sports back in April after Liverpool had been confirmed as Premier League champions. He [Slot] listened a lot and you can see the numbers."When you play in the Premier League you have to defend but I said that I can gamble and somehow I can make a difference.

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