Only one Liverpool player can fix Milos Kerkez's poor form and it is not Virgil van Dijk - opinion

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Cody Gakpo is the only player who can help fix Milos Kerkez’s form for Liverpool. In fact, he’s arguably been one of Liverpool’s worst defenders this season, with most fans calling for Andy Robertson to get back into Arne Slot’s starting XI.

Last term, Kerkez was in the PFA’s team of the season for his performances, but now, it feels like he’s half the player. Cody Gakpo needs to try and make use of Milos Kerkez more for LiverpoolLooking at Kerkez’s performances this season, it’s not hard to see why people have frowned upon Liverpool signing him.

This is why Robertson has been used more often this term, but in reality, Gakpo should be trying his best to include his full back in the game, no matter what.That is, especially when he’s constantly cutting in but not managing to put the ball in the back of the net. It’s unclear whether Kerkez will start against Brentford on Saturday, but if he does, Slot’s new 4-4-2 system could work in his favour, especially if they’re in need of a creative spark.