Three Liverpool players who can get their seasons back on track this international break - opinion

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The international break could be the best option for some Liverpool stars after a tough week in all competitions.Arne Slot’s side have faced three consecutive defeats for the first time under the Dutchman’s tenure after some poor performances across some of their fixtures this season.They have been questioned for their start to the season after their loss to Chelsea at the weekend, which saw them concede late once again to lose 2-1.Individual performances and team cohesion have been below par for this side, with some of last season’s best players not performing to their usual high standards, while some signings have not been good enough.However, while many see the break as a hindrance to trying to progress the side and find a cohesive starting XI, it could be what some players need to get back on track.Three players in Liverpool’s squad could do with this break to take stock, perform for their country, and find their confidence to come back firing for the Merseyside club.Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesConor BradleyIt is Conor Bradley’s first season as a first-choice right-back after the departure of Trent Alexander-Arnold last summer, and so far, he has found it difficult to be a consistent force in the position.His start to the season was derailed by injury, but since returning, he has been quite poor, especially with his discipline after picking up five yellow cards in 10 matches for Slot’s side.READ MORE: Conor Bradley is fumbling his one-and-only chance to become a regular starter at LiverpoolDespite this, Bradley is still a talent and has enough time to get used to the position he has been thrust into, and going back to his national team of Northern Ireland could be very good for him to get back to his best.The last time he was on duty for his country, the 22-year-old showed himself to be his best self, which Liverpool fans grew to love in previous seasons, with his progressiveness down the flank on display.Defending on that right side during that time was also better than it has been this season, so going back for a week will definitely get him back up to scratch for the squad.Milos KerkezOn the opposite flank, Milos Kerkez was brought in to be Andy Robertson’s successor at left-back due to his age and qualities displayed at Bournemouth.However, it has been anything but quality from the 21-year-old so far, struggling in a team that at this moment is not playing to his strengths in any way.Kerkez has had some okay performances, but nothing stands out, and he has not been comfortable enough on the ball to provide security down the left-hand side.Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesIf anything, the break with the Hungarian national team is a necessity to get him back into a comfortable position where he can play his type of football.By doing this, it allows him to regain confidence in his own abilities and show Slot how exactly he can get the best out of him.Mohamed SalahWhile he has not been as bad as some other players during this season, Mohamed Salah has not been his usual incredible self when it comes to the standards he has set in his previous years at the club.The Egyptian has run into criticism from pundits for his displays recently, as he has not been able to influence the game as much as he would hope or contribute as many goals as expected.READ MORE: Wayne Rooney offers Cristiano Ronaldo-esque solution to rediscover Mohamed Salah’s form at LiverpoolThis drop in form and criticisms from the press can be quite detrimental to a player who is usually lauded for his incredible abilities on the ball.When he returns to the Egyptian national team, though, that will all be out of the window, and he can be in a situation where the fans and media adore him to no end because of his greatness.It is not to say Liverpool fans have not backed him because they absolutely have, but it will help being away from the spotlight of the footballing media and just being allowed to play his kind of football for his country.This is a good break for all three of these players, and it will definitely be the best outlet for them to regain what makes them special to bring it back to Liverpool.