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But while it's far too early for definitive judgements to be made on Liverpool's style of play, it's obvious supporters are going to have to grow accustomed to a more possession-based approach under Arne Slot.
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While the pressing and intensity for which the Reds became famed under Jurgen Klopp remain very much in place, there is already a greater emphasis on keeping hold of the ball and playing through midfield.
Having been forced to employ two number 10s in the win over Real Betis, the availability of Diogo Jota as a recognised striker meant this was a first proper glimpse at what should be expected under Slot once the real stuff starts in earnest in just under a fortnight.
The risk/reward balance is something to which supporters will have to become attuned.
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Whether the Reds become a little more direct once Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold return - both superb long-range passers - will be interesting.
Certainly, Slot doesn't appear one averse to variation having last month been irked at suggestions he was a fan of one particular system.
And with whiteboard in hand during breaks in play and a constant presence on the edge of his technical area barking out instructions, it's obvious Slot will be a more hands-on boss regards tactics than his predecessor.
Partnership blossoms
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For a friendly, this was pretty high-octane stuff in front of a near-capacity crowd at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
And the 21-year-old made the most of it by assisting both goals.
If his sliderule pass to send Salah through for the opener was further evidence of his growing understanding with the Egyptian - the pair have long worked closely together on the training ground - Elliott's scooped assist over the top of the Arsenal defence for Fabio Carvalho's volleyed second demonstrated both his vision and technical ability to execute.
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Slot himself later admitted Elliott's performance wasn't perfect with some wrong decisions taken in promising situations.
And Carvalho grew into the game on the left flank and will take confidence into the remaining friendlies.
Sepp van den Berg of Liverpool challenges with Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus during the pre-season friendly at Lincoln Financial Field on July 31 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania(Image: Drew Hallowell/Getty Images)
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Van den Berg transfer question
Everything pointed to Sepp van den Berg seeking pastures new this transfer window.
Now, though, the picture isn't quite so clear.
The news Joe Gomez will be assessing his future after Liverpool were willing to sell the England international to Newcastle United for £45million earlier this summer means there could be an enforced reappraisal of the Reds' centre-back options.
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And Van den Berg has done his prospects of greater minutes at Anfield no harm in the United States.
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