“We might have to…”: Slot hints at tactical gamble that could transform Liverpool
Liverpool paid substantial amounts of money for Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike during the summer transfer window.
There have been speculations that the two players will be forming a partnership this season. They are extremely talented players with the quality to improve most teams in the division, and neither of them will want to sit on the bench. It remains to be seen whether manager Arne Slot is willing to use them together for Liverpool this season.
Arne Slot on Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike
Speaking to the media before the Everton match, Slot has confirmed that Liverpool might have to use them in a 4-4-2 formation depending on injuries and availability. He has also suggested that Ekitike is capable of operating as the left-sided forward.
Arne Slot on Ekitike and Isak playing together in the forward line: “Hugo can also play from the left – different from how Cody [Gakpo] or Rio [Ngumoha] do this – so we have multiple options, but they have to stay fit. If some are not fit, we might have to use them both in a 4-4-2. It depends on their form and how many players we have available.”
Isak and Ekitike starting together would be a gamble
Using the two players together could be a bit of a tactical gamble for Liverpool. They have been quite vulnerable defensively this season, and they have already conceded a fair number of goals. Deploying two strikers could leave them further exposed defensively and in the midfield.
However, the two players are extremely talented, and they could make a huge difference in the final third if they can combine well. They could form a lethal partnership and turn Liverpool into an unstoppable attacking unit.
It will be interesting to see how the situation develops over the next few weeks.
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