Throughout his tenure at Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp has typically focused on evolution rather than revolution. Upon inheriting a squad that had lost its way under Brendan Rodgers, Klopp chose a different approach. Instead of simply discarding the players as a lost cause, he aimed to extract the full potential from as many as possible.
The most notable comparison can be drawn from 2018. Following the Champions League defeat to Real Madrid, it became evident that Liverpool needed to renew their midfield. In response, they acquired Fabinho to complement the previously-arranged arrival of Naby Keita. Additionally, Xherdan Shaqiri came in to provide tactical flexibility in a more advanced role.
Meanwhile, currently the transfer windows seem to be on par in terms of numbers. Since, £95million duo Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai are ready to join along with Southampton’s 19-year-old Romeo Lavia.
How much did Liverpool progress in acquiring Romeo Lavia?
Liverpool will be aiming to finalize a deal for Lavia and then bring him to Singapore. However, expecting the teenager to be fully up to speed with just one friendly remaining after the Reds return home would be quite challenging. The same issue would apply if there were to be any additional midfield arrivals.
Liverpool will host a resurgent Aston Villa and then travel to Newcastle United before the first international break. Hence, it indicates that they need to get positive results. The evidence from last season shows what can happen if they have a poor start. Therefore, it’s crucial for them to perform well right from the beginning of the season.
As fans anticipate how the new-look midfield will perform in the coming weeks, there is also a natural sense of trepidation accompanying the excitement.
Follow us on Twitter to get regular football updates.
