The five signings Liverpool have to make after 2-2 Newcastle United draw

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Should Liverpool’s fullbacks lose the plot against the likes of Anthony Elanga? Both players were so poor that it has highlighted how much work this squad needed this summer that hasn’t been done.

Holding midfielder With the news that Manchester City are spending over £86m on Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi, it’s frustrating that Liverpool aren’t involved in the conversation. It’s strange to say because Cody Gakpo was actually Liverpool’s best player on the day, but until the Reds get the Barcola deal over the line, they will struggle to stretch teams.

Isak’s poor form aside, he is the only fully fit senior striker that the Reds have. The Swede will also need a rest before long, but Liverpool don’t have anyone who is ready to fill that role.