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The Reds were far from their best on the day, with several Liverpool players disappointing at Wembley.

Being replaced after 67 minutes, Mac Allister’s lacklustre display is a far cry from the impressive form he has showcased this season – something which has been highlighted by Paul Scholes.

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Despite fatigue getting the better of him against Newcastle, Mac Allister has been ‘underrated’ for Liverpool for this campaign – playing an internal role in Slot’s midfield.

Scholes in particular is a big fan of the 26-year-old, claiming the midfielder is a ‘really good player’ despite his cup final difficulties.

“You have to be a little bit disappointed with the way Liverpool played, especially in the midfield area.

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“I think Mac Allister is a really good player, he’s been really good for them this season, but it was just common sense for me.

“He kept taking too many touches.

And he’s the player I think gets Liverpool playing, almost like a Modric has been through the years.

“When he’s not quite right, I just think the whole thing’s messed up.”

Liverpool’s fatigue problem has been highlighted by Slot, and it seems as if Mac Allister is one of the main examples.



Minutes playedAlexis Mac AllisterAston Villa (A)81Man City (A)90Newcastle (H)87PSG (A)90Southampton (H)45PSG (H)90Minutes played for Liverpool last six games prior to Carabao Cup final

If Liverpool want Mac Allister to get back to his best, Slot is going to have to start trusting his squad more and rotating the Argentine more often – otherwise, he is just going to run the 26-year-old into the ground.


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