Arne Slot has pointed to injury problems, a congested fixture list, and Liverpool's transfer policy as reasons for the Reds' latest Premier League loss to Brighton. The manager stated it's 'not his job to come up with excuses' after the 2-1 defeat at the Amex Stadium, which saw the team drop to 10th place. Danny Welbeck's double proved decisive, while key players including goalkeeper Alisson Becker, forward Mohamed Salah, and record signing Alexander Isak were unavailable.

Slot also cited the quick turnaround following a midweek Champions League game as a factor in Hugo Ekitike's early injury. The loss means Liverpool missed the chance to overtake Aston Villa in fourth place, instead dropping points at Wolves and drawing with Tottenham.