Liverpool are thriving under Arne Slot and Cody Gakpo has a theory behind why the Reds' midfield is doing so well under the Dutchman, having improved since Jurgen Klopp's time in charge

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However, it’s not just the numbers that tell the story – it’s the way Gakpo is evolving into Liverpool’s first-choice left-winger under Arne Slot, the Reds’ current manager. Slot’s influence has clearly elevated Gakpo’s game,

Gakpo impressed during the Euros in a familiar left-wing role for the Dutch. Upon his return to Anfield, Slot made it clear that he was going to use his compatriot in a similar role rather than deploy him in central areas as Jurgen Klopp had.

Arne Slot has confirmed Federico Chiesa is in line for more of a first-team role at Liverpool. Chiesa, who moved to Merseyside in August, started his second match in all competitions on Wednesday when a much-changed Liverpool lost 3-2 at Dutch side PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has made the difficult decision to replace one of his first-team stars. Is it a move that will pay off?