Liverpool Must Drop Mac Allister to Overcome PSG Next Week
Liverpool fell 2-0 to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final last night. They can still reach the semi-finals in next week’s return at Anfield.
Individual performance
Alexis Mac Allister was well below his 2024/25 standards against PSG. He lost possession seven times and won only five of 13 duels.
He was dribbled past on three occasions and received a yellow card for a cynical foul on Desire Doue. The Daily Mail rated his display 5/10.
Midfield dynamics
PSG exploited gaps around Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch in the engine room. Even when Florian Wirtz and Dominik Szoboszlai dropped back, Paris moved through Liverpool’s press.
The visitors won the central battle and left the Liverpool backline exposed. The performance highlighted recurring defensive fragility in midfield.
Tactical choices for Arne Slot
Manager Arne Slot faces clear selection questions ahead of the second leg. Many believe he should drop Mac Allister to give Liverpool a better chance to overcome PSG next week.
Pairing Gravenberch with a natural ball-winner would add protection in front of the defence. That change could allow more freedom for creative players without sacrificing solidity.
Transfer priorities and risks
Filmogaz.com analysis says a combative, positionally disciplined midfielder must rank high on summer shopping lists. A holding presence would bring balance and reduce vulnerability against elite teams.
Without that profile, Liverpool risk being overrun on the biggest stage. Slot will need to address the issue promptly to improve the side’s chances in Europe.
