2) The defensive instability…
Last term, the Reds conceded 50 Premier League goals, which is far too many for a side aiming for title glory. Glen Johnson is arguably a liability at right-back, doubts still remain over the ‘keeper, a new left-back has yet to arrive, and there’s no telling which of the countless centre-halves will be partnering Dejan Lovren at the back. It’ll likely improve, but combined with Liverpool’s ultra offensive style, they’ll continue to succeed.

