Away from the domestic turmoil at Anfield, the Liverpool star is currently focusing on his international commitments, though recent preparations have not gone smoothly. The national team suffered a narrow 1-0 loss to Algeria, a result that left the captain visibly frustrated as he prepared to board the plane to the United States.
"You don't want this as a send-off match. If you look at the game, I think we should be at least 2-0 up in the first half. But yes, we are not," he lamented. Highlighting a lack of attacking sharpness, he added: "You have to make it more comfortable for yourself. It is clear that things need to be much better. We have Monday for that and then we must be ready for the World Cup."