Everton 0-0 Liverpool: Player Ratings

Liverpool

Karius is slowly but surely starting to repay Jurgen Klopp's faith

Loris Karius - 8/10

The Liverpool goalkeeper pulled off a stunning save in the first half to deny Yannick Bolasie. He was also assured while collecting crosses and did not look flustered at all when put under pressure.

Ragnar Klavan - 6/10

Surprisingly playing at the left-back position, Klavan was pretty solid defensively, but he could not provide much support to Mane while attacking. A satisfactory performance by the Estonian.

Dejan Lovren - 6/10

The Croatian did not exert himself too much but was still pretty solid defensively. Liverpool will be thrilled that he got through the 90 minutes without picking any knock.

Virgil van Dijk - 7/10

The Dutch international's arrival has completely changed the Liverpool defence. Van Dijk put in his usual assured performance and was immense in the air as well.

Nathaniel Clyne - 6/10

Making his first start of the season, Nathaniel Clyne played the full 90 minutes. It was clear that he was a bit rusty although Klopp will be pleased that the England international stuck to his job and worked hard throughout the match.

Jordan Henderson - 6/10

A lot of 6s in this match. It was a pretty routine performance by the Liverpool captain. He was good in winning back possession but he struggled to break through the deep-lying Everton defence.

James Milner put in another typically 'Milner' performance

James Milner - 8/10

Many people thought Milner would be rested for the Champions League clash against Manchester City. However, Klopp decided to start him and the 32-year-old did not disappoint. Good with the ball and excellent off it, Milner was taken off for a well-deserved rest in the 68th minute.

Georginio Wijnaldum - 6/10

The Dutch international was tidy with the ball and decent off it as well. However, there was nothing extraordinary in his performance and Klopp will be hoping that he steps up his game in the coming weeks.

Sadio Mane - 6/10

The only member of the terrific trio to start today, Mane's tricks and flicks did not quite come off today. He, however, tracked back well and helped in defence.

Danny Ings - 5/10

Most of the Liverpool fans were pleased to see Ings start tonight, but the forward struggled to have any kind of impact on the game from his unfamiliar position as a right winger.

Dominic Solanke - 5/10

Given a huge opportunity to impress by Jurgen Klopp, Dominic Solanke was guilty of missing quite a few gilt-edged chances for Liverpool. The youngster is still yet to open his account for the Reds and this performance would not have helped his confidence.

Substitutes

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain - 7/10

Brought on for James Milner in the 68th minutes, the Ox immediately got some pace and intensity to the proceedings. Had a pretty good 22 odd minutes.

Roberto Firmino - N/A

Came on in the 74th minute for Mane. Did not get too much of an opportunity to make an impact.

Trent Alexander-Arnold - N/A

Came on in the 89th minute and hardly had a kick of the ball.