As Ryan Gravenberch’s replacement approaches, Liverpool sent a strong message to Alisson Becker.
The era has come to a close, marking the end of Jurgen Klopp’s tenure as manager. Liverpool now turns its gaze towards a fresh beginning under incoming head coach Arne Slot.
Although the Reds couldn’t bid Klopp a glorious farewell, they found solace in their League Cup triumph and their third-place finish, earning 82 points and a return to the Champions League.
A relentless string of injuries forced Liverpool to heavily rely on nearly every senior member of their squad this season, alongside a significant number of Academy graduates. We now evaluate the performances of each player who made at least 20 appearances, using their average ratings as a gauge.
Among those who left a strong impression, Alisson Becker (7.06) showcased his importance upon his return from injury, with the league defeat at Arsenal being the only setback in an otherwise stellar campaign. Amid interest from the Saudi Pro League, Liverpool must ensure they retain their prized asset.
Virgil van Dijk (6.98) once again displayed his consistency, with his standout performance being a perfect 10 in the League Cup final victory over Chelsea. Interestingly, the bulk of Liverpool’s standout performers were emerging talents.
Conor Bradley (6.95) burst onto the scene in January and maintained his level before succumbing to injury, while Caoimhin Kelleher (6.88) proved himself whenever called upon to deputize for Alisson, playing a crucial role in keeping Liverpool in title contention during the Brazilian’s absence. Jarell Quansah (6.88) enjoyed a stellar campaign, showcasing composure beyond his experience in the top flight, potentially earning him a spot in England’s Euro 2024 squad.
Harvey Elliott (6.86) demonstrated in the final months of the season that he is more than just an impact substitute, prompting Klopp to acknowledge that he should have utilized the player more frequently from the start.
Mohamed Salah (6.84) seemed destined for a remarkable season until a rare mid-season injury sidelined him for nearly two months, hampering his ability to recapture his peak form thereafter. Similarly, Trent Alexander-Arnold (6.84) had found his rhythm before being hampered by unfortunate fitness setbacks in the New Year.
Among the notable performers, Luis Diaz (6.79) started to translate his dynamic displays into tangible contributions from Boxing Day onwards, following a challenging period marked by his father’s abduction in Colombia. Alexis Mac Allister (6.78) emerged as Liverpool’s standout signing from the previous summer, excelling in the defensive midfield role and becoming the team’s top performer in the latter half of the season, albeit understandably fatiguing in the closing stages.
Andy Robertson (6.70) endured a significant absence due to injury but showcased promising form in the final months of the campaign, while Diogo Jota (6.70) experienced frustration with three separate spells on the sidelines just as he hit top form.
Joe Gomez (6.68) showcased his versatility, seamlessly transitioning between various defensive roles throughout the season, including full-back positions, inverted left-back, center-back, and even defensive midfield. However, the elusive first goal still evades him.