Reigning Premier League champions Liverpool have yet to show anywhere near their best form in 2025-26, with Arne Slot’s men enduring a torrid last couple of weeks.
Liverpool have lost three games in a row, with the Merseyside outfit beaten 2-1 by Chelsea in their last outing before the international break.
Liverpool signed Alexander Isak and a host of new players in the summer, with the Anfield outfit undergoing something of a rebuild after winning the Premier League title last season.
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However, one new Reds signing has failed to deliver so far and should be taken out of the starting XI until he has settled in on Merseyside.
Photo by James Gill – Danehouse/Getty ImagesMilos Kerkez struggling for Liverpool
Liverpool signed Milos Kerkez in the summer as a long-term replacement for club stalwart Andy Robertson.
The Hungary international was a standout performer at former club Bournemouth and the acquisition was met by excitement from the Reds fans.
However, despite Kerkez’s undoubted ability, the 21-year-old has struggled for Liverpool this season and not replicated the form that made him such a success at Bournemouth.
With Robertson waiting in the wings, it is time for Slot to bring in his proven left-back and drop the new man to the bench.
Liverpool need Robertson’s tenacity and leadership
With Liverpool going through a tough spell and needing some of their leaders to stand up, Robertson is clearly a better option for their next game than Kerkez.
The 21-year-old has started all seven of the Reds’ Premier League games this season, while Robertson has had to bide his time.
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The Scotland international may well be past his best at the age of 31, but he has been a critical player for a Liverpool side that has excelled over the last five years.
Robertson’s will to win, energy and tenacity are attributes that Liverpool have been missing this season – starting the veteran against Manchester United is a no-brainer.