#defensive-frailties

#defensive-frailties

The Salah saga continues to dominate headlines, with speculation mounting over whether the Egyptian has already played his final game for the club. The forward himself has said his relationship with Arne Slot has broken down, and his omission from the squad for Tuesday's 1-0 Champions League win over Inter Milan only fueled the debate. On the pitch, Salah's numbers have dipped alarmingly: his lowest per-90 figures for shots (2.6), shots on target (0.8), and touches in the opposition box (7.3) since joining Liverpool.

It was a familiar feeling during the game with all the same symptoms of poor performances being shown once again. A lack of drive in possession and clumsy defending all led to the three Brentford goals. As we start to enter the busy winter period with all competitions still in play for Liverpool something needs to change very quickly for the team.

The pressure on Graham Potter at West Ham United has reached boiling point after a dreadful start to the 202526 season. With just one win in their first five Premier League games and mounting frustration from fans, the club hierarchy are reportedly exploring alternative options. Among the frontrunners to replace him is Nuno Espirito Santo, with the Portuguese coach being sounded out as a possible successor, according to The Telegraph.