Liverpool player ratings so far as Dominik Szoboszlai and two others shine
Here’s a look at how every Liverpool player has fared so far in the first few weeks of the new Premier League season
There have already been some memorable individual performances for Liverpool in the opening weeks of the season.
The Reds have won three of their first four games and have done so in impressive fashion on more than one occasion. Darwin Nunez was responsible for Liverpool’s dramatic comeback at Newcastle, when the odds had been stacked against Jurgen Klopp’s side for the majority of the game, and the team headed into the international break with a comfortable win over Aston Villa.
Their ability to get three points when reduced to 10 men against Bournemouth and Newcastle has led to hopes that the Reds may mount a title challenge this term. Here’s a look at every player’s average rating awarded by Ian Doyle for the first four games in the campaign:
The Brazilian goalkeeper has been one of Liverpool’s most consistent performers this season. He produced a brilliant save to deny Miguel Almiron at Newcastle and helped the Reds earn a point at Chelsea.
The Brazilian goalkeeper has been one of Liverpool’s most consistent performers this season. He produced a brilliant save to deny Miguel Almiron at Newcastle and helped the Reds earn a point at Chelsea.
The France international partnered Virgil van Dijk in the first two games of the season. Konate put in a nervous display against Bournemouth after a more assured performance at Chelsea, prior to his injury.
The new Liverpool skipper was a steady presence alongside Konate, despite his mistake leading to Bournemouth’s opener. His early red card at Newcastle left the Reds with a mountain to climb.
Robertson was a commanding figure during Liverpool’s dogged performance at St. James’ Park followed by an all-round display against Villa. One of the team’s more consistent defenders, so far.
Robertson was a commanding figure during Liverpool’s dogged performance at St. James’ Park followed by an all-round display against Villa. One of the team’s more consistent defenders, so far.
Van Dijk’s red card led to an impressive performance from Gomez, off the bench. He followed it up with a clean sheet alongside Matip at Anfield.
The young centre-back has been handed early opportunities to make his Premier League and Anfield debut. Will have enjoyed his two cameo appearances.
Looked to suffer teething problems in his first couple of displays in a Liverpool shirt, despite flashes of quality such as a pre-assist against Chelsea. Showed what he can offer in the holding role against Villa.
Demonstrated his ability to burst into the box, right from his debut. Was superb against Bournemouth and worked hard against Newcastle before scoring his first Liverpool goal last weekend.
Has struggled to make an impact so far this season. Klopp has deployed Gakpo in a more central role but his familiarity with the position has been clear at times.
The young midfielder has been an energetic force from the bench, being used in all four games. Has been impressive and continues to stake his claim to be in the starting XI.
May have been fearing for his place in the pecking order with all the midfield signings throughout the summer but put in a composed display against Villa during his first start of the season.
The Japan captain would have hoped to make a more positive start to his Liverpool career. Was nervous against Bournemouth and also struggled at Newcastle.
Despite the suggestions about his future throughout the transfer window, Salah continued to deliver on the pitch, providing two goals and assists apiece in his first four games. Has combined will with Nunez and his own high standards are likely why his rating is not higher.
An ideal start to the season saw Diaz score in each of the club’s first two games. Has made mistakes during the four games but has had a positive impact.
Earned full marks for his heroics at Newcastle that will live long in the memory. Followed up with an impressive start against Villa but began with limited success at Chelsea.
Was bright against Bournemouth, grabbing his first goal of the season. Helped set up Nunez for the equaliser at Newcastle and has featured in every game so far.
The 17-year-old forward came off the bench against Chelsea and has been part of all four matchday squads.