Jamie Carragher has criticised Liverpool's forwards while defending Mohamed Salah, claiming Liverpool rely on the Egyptian "too much" and that he needs more help from his teammates.

Salah has been in excellent form so far this season, netting 32 goals and providing 22 assists in 43 appearances across all competitions, but he struggled to make an impact in the Carabao Cup final as Newcastle beat Liverpool 2-1.

In fact, it was only the third time that Salah has failed to record a shot or create a chance in a Liverpool game he has started.

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"It was probably one of the worst performances I've seen from Liverpool in a cup final," Carragher told Sky Sports.

Mohamed Salah struggled in the Carabao Cup final.

As a result, Carragher believes Liverpool need to sign two new forwards next summer to play alongside Salah, provided he agrees a contract extension.

"What it's shone a light on is that Liverpool need to go out and buy two attackers – not as squad players, but possibly to play alongside Mo Salah, hopefully, next season," he added.

"I've been excited thinking it looks like Liverpool are going to win the league and there is still lots to improve – and I think they will in the summer." Liverpool's sole focus will now be winning the league, with the Reds currently sitting 12 points clear at the top of the table with nine games left to go.

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