Liverpool\u2019s recent slump has sparked growing criticism of both manager Arne Slot and several senior players.<\/p>\n
A 3-2 defeat to Brentford on 25 October marked their fourth consecutive Premier League loss, following defeats to Crystal Palace, Chelsea, and Manchester United.<\/p>\n
Among those under scrutiny is Mohamed Salah, whose performances have drawn concern despite scoring late against Brentford. The Egyptian forward has struggled to influence matches, looking far from the level that saw him produce 29 goals and 18 assists last season.<\/p>\n
Salah adapting to Liverpool\u2019s major changes<\/p>\n
According to Football Insider (24 October), Salah is finding it difficult to meet his own exceptionally high standards while adjusting to significant changes in Liverpool\u2019s attack.<\/p>\n
On the Inside Track podcast, it was revealed that the winger has had trouble forming chemistry with new arrivals Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, and Florian Wirtz, who joined to replace Darwin N\u00fa\u00f1ez and Luis D\u00edaz. With only Cody Gakpo remaining from last season\u2019s frontline, Salah is effectively leading a rebuilt attack.<\/p>\n
The report noted:<\/p>\n
> \u201cThe problem for Mohamed Salah is that he\u2019s set incredibly high standards for himself. His numbers in terms of goals, assists, and chance creation have dipped noticeably this season. He\u2019s been criticised, but there\u2019s no internal panic at Liverpool \u2014 the staff know what he\u2019s capable of. Once he settles with his new teammates, his output should rise again.\u201d<\/p>\n
Liverpool spent \u00a3446 million in the summer expecting to dominate opponents, but the new-look squad has yet to deliver consistent results.<\/p>\n
Slot\u2019s concern over Salah\u2019s dip<\/p>\n
Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider (23 October) that Arne Slot is growing worried about several key players, particularly Salah, whose form has slumped since last season\u2019s title-winning campaign.<\/p>\n
Figures such as Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold have struggled to replicate their previous performances, with Salah even dropped to the bench in the 5-1 win over Frankfurt.<\/p>\n
Wayne Rooney also recently accused Slot\u2019s team of complacency, suggesting their form has dipped following last season\u2019s triumph and a hectic transfer window.<\/p>\n
Salah has reportedly been warned that his place in the starting XI could be in jeopardy if his struggles continue.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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