‘A Liability?’ – Pundit Questions if Liverpool Star is Now the Team’s Weak Link”
Pundit Suggests Liverpool Player Could Be Their Weakest Link
A Liverpool player has been highlighted as a potential “weakness” in Arne Slot’s lineup following a disappointing performance against Fulham on Saturday, where his actions were perceived to have “cost his team.”
Andy Robertson struggled early in the match at Anfield, being overpowered by Issa Diop, losing a battle to Andreas Pereira for Fulham’s first goal, and receiving a red card for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity—all in the first 17 minutes.
The Scotland captain, who has been under increasing scrutiny for his recent form, is now facing criticism from pundits, with one suggesting that the 30-year-old might be becoming a weak link in Liverpool’s defense.
Mustoe Critiques Robertson’s Form
During NBC Sports’ The 2 Robbies podcast, former Middlesbrough midfielder Robbie Mustoe singled out Robertson for his performance.
“Robertson, again… is ‘weakness’ too strong a word? A weakness at left-back? There have been a couple of challenges and mistakes,” Mustoe commented. “He’s been a great player, but I wonder if he’s lost a step and is starting to make errors. Maybe it’s just a rough patch, but it’s probably cost his team a few points.”
A Setback, But Robertson Remains Crucial
Despite Robertson’s struggles against Fulham and a drop in his attacking output—having only one assist in 21 matches—some of the criticism seems excessive.
Just a week earlier, Robertson was named UEFA’s Player of the Match in Liverpool’s Champions League victory over Girona, showing he can still deliver when needed.
At 30, Robertson may not possess the same boundless energy he once did, but it’s premature to declare his decline. With Kostas Tsimikas still unavailable, Slot faces a tough decision for upcoming matches.
Possible alternatives include moving the versatile Joe Gomez to left-back or giving young James Norris a chance, as Klopp did earlier with Conor Bradley on the opposite flank.
Though Robertson’s season has been uneven, he remains a vital player for Liverpool and is expected to continue playing a significant role in the months ahead.
