Liverpool’s best XI - where do they need to improve?

Verdict - The stats don’t lie, defensive issues need resolving, and fast

Klopp has to ensure that his side’s defence is much more solid if they want to challenge for the title

Liverpool allow, on average, the lowest amount of attempts at goal in the Premier League, but have the sixth best defence. Many of the times they have dropped points against lower ranking sides they have dominated possession, created a host of chances, but somehow come away with nothing - to put it simply, you don’t need to create many chances to come away with something against Liverpool.

A new goalkeeper surely has to be top of Klopp’s summer wish list. Arsene Wenger suggested Petr Cech was worth ten points to Arsenal last season, but the contrary is the case at Anfield. Neither Mignolet or Karius have proven themselves to be of sufficient calibre.

A great deal needs to be invested in the defence, too. Matip has been impressive, but there have been too many errors around him. The midfield just looks a little thin on the ground. The first-choice engine room is excelling, but from the bench, there is little quality.

In attack, the goals have been shared around, but Liverpool still lack that game-changer. Chelsea have Diego Costa and Tottenham Harry Kane. Sturridge is no longer the answer. It is a make-or-break few months for the England international.