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Liverpool are two games away from Alexis Mac Allister’s worst-case scenario

Liverpool are two games away from Alexis Mac Allister’s worst-case scenario

Alexis Mac Allister was an important first-choice player for Arne Slot, but the Liverpool midfielder is already walking a tightrope this season.

Alexis Mac Allister challenges Arsenal's Bukayo Saka
Alexis Mac Allister beats Bukayo Saka to collect his third yellow card of the Premier League season (Photo: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)(Picture: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Any manager who inherits a squad featuring Alexis Mac Allister will be grateful. The midfielder is an important part of Arne Slot’s Liverpool squad and the Dutchman hopes it stays that way.

£35m arrival in summer 2023 It led to an uptick in performances; The Argentine has proven his versatility to help the team’s offensive and defensive efforts. However, with his new coach he does not have to be tied to one or the other, and with a deeper midfield role he offers more freedom of movement when in possession.


Except now, Liverpool be busy An exciting fight with friends Arsenal who are chasing the championshipquestions can be asked Mac Allister and his head coach. While many moments of the first half went against the Reds, there was one moment that will leave a lasting impression.

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Bukayo Saka played number 10 from the wing towards the center of the park with the ball at his feet until the Gunners player went down. Referee Anthony Taylor, without hesitation, reached into his pocket and showed a yellow card.


The truth is that Mac Allister has lacked discipline of late, as this is his fourth yellow card in as many matches in all competitions. inside Premier League although this is his third That means he’s two minutes away from receiving a one-match ban.

Now nest He will have to balance this carefully in the coming weeks, a period in which his team plays some tough matches. The eyes of the case will be on you Manchester City match on 1 DecemberThere are three more opportunities between now and then for Mac Allister to earn his ban.

Ibrahima Konate and Dominik Szoboszlai also need to be careful in the matches against Brighton, Aston Villa and Southampton. The duo also have three yellow card suspensions in the Premier League, so their teammates are in the same precarious scenario.


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