Mark Lawrenson has urged Liverpool to prioritise signing a new left-back, citing Andy Robertson’s decline. Once a key figure under Jurgen Klopp, Robertson hasn’t registered a goal or assist this season. With Alexander-Arnold potentially leaving and Robertson now 31, Liverpool may need a major defensive reshuffle this summer.
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00:00Liverpool legend Mark Lawrenson has suggested that the club should prioritise signing a new left-back, even before considering a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
00:12While Andy Robertson and Kostas Simakas currently cover the position, neither has been at their best this season.
00:20Under Jurgen Klopp, Robertson and Alexander-Arnold were widely regarded as the best full-back duo in the Premier League.
00:27In the 2019-20 title-winning season, Robertson recorded 15 goal involvements, while Alexander-Arnold tallied 19.
00:36Their overlapping runs and perfect crosses wreaked havoc on opposition defences.
00:40As Alexander-Arnold faces a potential move to Real Madrid, Robertson's decline becomes more pronounced.
00:46With Alexander-Arnold sidelined through injury, young Conor Bradley had seized the opportunity to shine right back, becoming a fan favourite with his performances.
00:57Lawrenceon believes that Liverpool may sign both a left and right-back, particularly if Trent moves to Madrid.
01:06Bournemouth's Milos Kerkhez, a 21-year-old left-back, has caught the eye with two goals and five assists this season.
01:13Reports suggest Bournemouth could demand around £45 million for the young defender.
01:18I mean, looking at the season overall, he's recorded one assist in all competitions and that's very unlike Andy Robertson.
01:27Now, is that down to the way that he's been asked to play?
01:30It has been unlike him, making the errors that he has and maybe it is, you know, how much ground he did cover on the 8 o'clock back, the high octane style of football.
01:43Additionally, Lawrenson speculates that Liverpool could sign four or five players in the summer transfer window to strengthen their squad for a title challenge.
01:54With contract renewals for Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk in place, the foundation for a successful summer window is set.
02:02The additions of key players could further solidify Liverpool's position as a Premier League and European powerhouse as they look to stay competitive at the highest level.