Three players look poised to make fresh Liverpool impact after impressive international breaks - opinion

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Liverpool fans will be excited to see the Reds return as the two-week international break comes to an end.Arne Slot’s side have been jet-setting around the world either to play friendlies or help their teams qualify for the World Cup in 2026.It will be interesting to see how the group responds following an awful week before this break, which saw Liverpool lose three games in a row after an unbeaten start.They will have to be in form when they return to Anfield for the first time since the League Cup victory against Southampton when they host Manchester United.What many will be hoping for is a return to form for those who have put in some bad performances in recent games.Three stars will definitely come back rejuvenated and improved after their displays for their national sides.Photo by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesConor BradleyConor Bradley had some very mixed performances for the Reds during their opening run of games at right-back, as he was not able to make his mark.It seemed that injuries and constant changes in that position had affected him, as his displays did cause some rocky moments defensively and did not produce enough creatively.READ MORE: Northern Ireland teammates blown away by ‘unbelievable’ Liverpool star Conor BradleyHowever, after his performances for Northern Ireland, he looked like a completely different player, or closer to the one fans were used to seeing last season.Bradley was pushing forward and being a very consistent force in the backline, preventing many chances as he got stuck into some important tackles.These performances, which were lauded by the national media, make it almost a certainty that he will bring some of that belief in his ability back to the club.With Real Madrid soon coming to Anfield, it also would not be a surprise to see another standout performance akin to last year.Mohamed SalahMohamed Salah has not had his most incredible start to the season and not just in terms of goal contributions, but his overall play.Much of it feels down to the fact that he does not receive the ball too often in this setup, and Salah seems less free to move into different spaces.But after securing his country’s World Cup qualification with two goals, the jubilation and improved play should be enough for him to get back firing for Liverpool.What makes this even more likely is the first game being against United, who the Egyptian just cannot help but tear apart on every occasion.It is only a matter of time before this legend shows the doubters why he is the ‘Egyptian King’.Cody GakpoWhile Cody Gakpo has not had the worst individual performances and has just been consistent in his average performances, the way he played for the Netherlands is an exciting sign of things to come.In two games, he has made four goal contributions, with one being that incredible strike against Finland last night.The way Gakpo approached each game and the way he found himself in great pockets of space is convincing enough to predict he will be ready to bring this form to the league.There have been complaints about the left flank and the decision-making of the winger, but there should be less worry now.Liverpool still have things they need to work on to be at their best, but already things could be looking bright post-international break.