Liverpool are still coming to terms with their painful late collapse against Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday.
The Reds let a 1-0 lead slip in the closing stages, conceding twice to suffer a damaging 2-1 Premier League defeat.
Dominik Szoboszlai’s stunning free-kick initially put Liverpool ahead before Bernardo Silva levelled and Erling Haaland converted a late penalty.
The loss leaves Arne Slot under pressure with just 13 league games remaining and Champions League qualification still not secure.
Liverpool now face another tough test away at Sunderland, who remain unbeaten at home this season, reports Express.
Szoboszlai will miss the trip after his red card, adding to Slot’s growing list of selection problems.
Captain Virgil van Dijk did not hide his frustration following the defeat.
The Dutch defender admitted Liverpool must improve after conceding yet another stoppage-time goal this season.
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Van Dijk acknowledged that playing Manchester City presents unique challenges but insisted his side made avoidable errors.
Liverpool have now dropped eight points due to late goals, a statistic that continues to haunt their campaign.
Van Dijk stressed the need for quicker decision-making and greater composure in key moments.
While the captain looks to rally his team-mates, there are fresh concerns over summer signing Jeremy Jacquet.
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The £60m defender picked up a serious shoulder injury while playing for Rennes at the weekend.
Reports in France suggest Jacquet may now require surgery after being forced off following a heavy fall.
His manager described the issue as “quite serious,” raising doubts over his short-term availability.
The setback could complicate Liverpool’s defensive plans as Slot battles both form and fitness issues.
With momentum stalling and injuries mounting, Liverpool’s response in the coming weeks could define their season.
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