Liverpool lost their second away game in a row at the AMEX, Arne Slot's side letting a 2-1 lead slip against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League ahead of this weekend's final fixture, eventually losing 3-2.
Ah well. Liverpool will lift the trophy at Anfield on Sunday, having dominated the season with a dynamic boss in Slot, whose coaching and presence have seen him defy the odds to succeed Jurgen Klopp in the hot seat.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot
Mohamed Salah had another tough time at the office, missing a sitter, but the Reds flattered to deceive in defence and Jarell Quansah will surely be frustrated with another struggle to make an impression for his coach.
Jarell Quansah's struggles for Liverpool
In keeping with his luckless campaign, Quansah was adjudged to have played match-winner Jack Hinshelwood onside in the late stage, though his overall efforts proved something of a mixed bag, only winning one of three ground duels but making a whopping ten clearances, as per Sofascore.
After a storming breakthrough season for Klopp last year, instrumental in winning the Carabao Cup and restoring Champions League pedigree, Quansah has plateaued out.
He started Liverpool's opener against Ipswich Town last August but was hooked at half-time, with the debuting gaffer stating he was unhappy with his side's lack of success in the duel and felt compelled to change things up.
Quansah didn't start a top-flight fixture again until December, a 3-3 draw at St. James' Park. His two starting berths since have come before defeat.
Jarell Quansah for Liverpool
Potential suitors will no doubt have taken note of the 22-year-old's performance on the south coast, with Football Insider publishing a claim that Slot is open to letting him leave on loan.
Though previous reports suggest Newcastle United would be interested in signing Quansah for a transfer fee, Liverpool do feel the young defender's long-term future is at Anfield, with his "monster" performances, as claimed by talent scout Jacek Kulig, last season drawing plaudits.
Liverpool defender Jarell Quansah
But if Liverpool sign a centre-back this summer, it might be a prudent option for him to take, however, another member of the backline may well be facing a permanent sale.
Liverpool must now sell Kostas Tsimikas
If this is the end, Tsimikas will leave Liverpool with a Premier League winner's medal around his neck, having also whipped in the corner for Virgil van Dijk's last-gasp Carabao Cup-winning goal last season.
Kostas Tsimikas - Premier League Career by Season
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Stats via Transfermarkt
Playing his 115th game for Liverpool since joining from Olympiakos in a £12m deal four years ago, Tsimikas may well have started his last game for the club, with Andy Robertson likely to play from the outset on the final fixture of the season against Crystal Palace.
The 29-year-old applied himself well enough defensively, winning three of five ground duels and making two tackles, as per Sofascore, but a lack of athleticism was exposed as he was dribbled past twice while also failing to offer meaningful creative support, failing to make a key pass and missing with all three cross attempts.
Football Insider also learned at the start of the month that FSG are open to selling the veteran at the end of the season. Liverpool writer Leanne Prescott remarked it's "so funny to watch" Tsimikas in action at points, though fans likely wouldn't see the amusement if he was still on the books next season, and a younger upgrade was not brought in.
Kostas Tsimikas in action for Liverpool
It wasn't actually the worst display in the world, with The Liverpool Echo handing the Greek full-back a 6/10 match rating and writing: 'Did well to deny Welbeck a free header for what should have been an equaliser. Was unable to add much going forward.'
But Liverpool's interest in Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez has been widely reported in recent days, with Fabrizio Romano stating that "talks are advancing."
AFC Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez
Kerkez is an up-and-coming talent whose potential could see him take his predecessor's torch and become a real asset over the coming years for Slot, with Sky Sports' Dougie Critchley hailing his "absolutely exceptional" displays.
Robertson, 31, is one year away from reaching the end of his contract, but has started 28 Premier League matches this season and has spoken of his desire to extend his stay at Anfield.
Though he's been a dependable servant for Liverpool, the £75k-per-week Tsimikas will have little luck if he serves as Slot's third-choice option next season, and must be sold.
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