Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk admitted there's "something lacking" after Saturday's 1-1 draw with Burnley at Anfield. The result extends a four-match winless league run, leaving the champions booed by their own fans. Florian Wirtz's first-half goal was cancelled out by Marcus Edwards, marking a historic low as Liverpool haven't beaten a promoted side at home all season.

Frustration is the dominant feeling for Van Dijk, who pointed to sloppiness after the hour mark as a recurring issue. The club now sits seven points behind third-place Aston Villa, with a tough Champions League trip to Marseille next. Van Dijk expects a hostile atmosphere against Roberto de Zerbi's side, who make life difficult for opponents.

A potential boost arrives with Mohamed Salah's imminent return from Africa Cup of Nations duty. Van Dijk stressed Salah's importance, noting his quality can win games. The immediate focus, however, is fixing the lapses that cost points. Liverpool must address these shortcomings quickly to salvage their league position and advance in Europe.