Jamie Carragher tore into Liverpool after their 4-2 defeat at Aston Villa on Friday Night Football. He labelled the side as riddled with “weak” players, both physically and mentally, and warned that manager Arne Slot must overhaul the squad. The loss marked the Reds’ 12th league defeat and their first away win against a top‑nine opponent this campaign. Fans voiced frustration on social media.

Defensive frailties persisted, with Liverpool conceding a season‑high 52 goals in the Premier League – the most they have ever allowed in a 38‑game campaign. Set‑piece woes were glaring, as the club surrendered 20 goals from dead balls, a league‑leading figure. Carragher added that the team looks “average” and cannot dominate any phase of play. Their attack managed only two goals at Villa Park.

The pundit also questioned Liverpool’s fifth‑place standing, pointing to a solitary goalless draw with Arsenal as their only non‑loss against top‑nine sides away from home. While former midfielder Jamie Redknapp defended Slot’s tenure, he acknowledged growing chatter about Xabi Alonso as a potential successor. With key signings like Alexander Isak still injury‑prone, the squad’s depth remains under scrutiny. The upcoming fixtures will test any improvements.