Jamie Carragher has pointed to recent Liverpool struggles as a clear indication that the club needs to sign two top-level attackers this summer.
In just six days, the Reds were knocked out of the Champions League and lost the Carabao Cup final. Now, their season likely rests solely on winning the Premier League title.
The 2-1 loss to Newcastle was especially notable. It marked the first time Mohamed Salah had played 90 minutes without taking a shot or creating a chance since joining Liverpool in 2017.
Despite some criticism of Salah’s performances against PSG and Newcastle, Carragher thinks the problem goes deeper.
Jamie Carragher explains what Liverpool needs
During his Sky Sports analysis after the Carabao Cup final, Carragher highlighted Liverpool’s need for fresh attacking options. He pointed out that the team lacks pace and creativity in attack, making it harder for Salah to perform as he did alongside Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.
“I almost feel a little bit sorry for Mo Salah, because he’s taken a little bit of criticism after the two Paris Saint-Germain games.
***He was up against possibly the best left-back in the world in [Nuno] Mendes who was fantastic. He didn’t do too much – he wasn’t great today [either].***“
Carragher said.
Carragher added that Liverpool’s current attackers are good, but not great.
But he doesn’t get help off the other attackers. This is not like it was under Jurgen Klopp where Mane could bail them out or Firmino.
The other attackers Liverpool have got are good players, they’re not great players, and they’ve relied on him so much.
So I don’t want to see too much criticism for Mo Salah over this last week. What it’s shone a light on is that Liverpool need to go and buy two attackers, not as squad players, possibly to play alongside Mo Salah – hopefully – for next season.
I think that’s what’s happened in the last week. I’ve been excited thinking it looks like Liverpool are going to win the league and there’s still lots to improve.
I’m not just saying this on the back of the team losing, but I still think there’s a lot of areas for Liverpool to improve and I think they will in the summer.”
Liverpool’s summer plans: Major changes ahead
Carragher believes Liverpool needs to sign two attackers in the summer. These players should not just be squad members but challengers for a starting role alongside Salah.
With questions surrounding the futures of Darwin Nunez, Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota, and Federico Chiesa, changes to Liverpool’s attack seem inevitable. Salah’s contract is also unresolved, and he could leave for free in July if an extension isn’t agreed.
Cody Gakpo is the only attacker whose place in the squad is secure for next season. Despite the uncertainty, Carragher remains hopeful that Liverpool will strengthen in the summer and continue to compete for major honours.
Also read:Arsenal legend backs Liverpool after Carabao Cup final loss.
Sai Akshay
I'm a football enthusiast and an avid writer and someone who lives by the Bill Shankly quote, on a day to day basis.