#2 Liverpool needed more from their midfield
Much has been made of Liverpool's attacking trio but their zing has disappeared in recent weeks. As a result, the midfield which has played more or less a supporting role in terms of goals and assists in the first half of the season now need to step up.
Wijnaldum has scored only twice this season and in this game provided little, in attacking terms. Twice in the game, he found himself in decent positions but was hesitant to shoot. Bringing youngsters and giving them a feel of the occasion is one way of planning for the long-term, but they need to be winning as well.
Statistically speaking they have dominated all the games they have lost this week in possession. With possession above 70% percent in all three games, Liverpool have been undermined at times due to lapses in concentration.
Klopp needs more from his midfielders in terms of goals if they are to turn their season around. And a dose of self-belief is essential before they welcome Chelsea to Anfield. The January month has been a bit iffy, to say the least and Liverpool will quickly want to put the disappointments behind them if they are to rescue themselves from a further slide.
