BBC Sport takes a closer look at some of Liverpool's more subtle tactical tweaks since Arne Slot took over from Jurgen Klopp.
Since swapping the German's 'heavy metal football' for an apparently more measured approach, the Reds have won 19 out of their 23 games across all competitions, losing just once.BBC Sport takes a closer look at the tactical tweaks Liverpool have made this season.In his first few interviews with the media, Slot spoke abouthad influenced his ideas about football. However, it is clear to see that former Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi has also had an impact.
After 15 games in the league, the numbers show that Liverpool are looking to circulate the ball more in their own defensive third. The number 10 moves up and joins the front line, which forces the opposition into doing one of two things: either play the ball long and risk turning over possession, or play the ball into the wide channels where Liverpool are comfortable pressing and winning the ball back.
"Maybe if we are not as aggressive then we are sometimes a bit too high. We still want to try, but if you're just a fraction too late or open a certain lane, then they can play through you. Looking at high turnovers, Liverpool ranked third last season with 392 across 38 games. So far, they have accumulated 127 and rank seventh in the league for the metric.
This change in system meant a new role for Netherlands midfielder Ryan Gravenberch, who now finds himself dictating affairs from the middle of the park having been asked to play higher as a 'number eight' under Klopp. However, the 22-year-old is still learning the role and has been stifled at times when pressed high by opponents - such as in the 3-3 draw at Newcastle - which can hit Liverpool's ability to build up.After stepping into midfield for both club and country last season, Trent Alexander-Arnold has been playing more as a 'traditional' right-back under Slot.
Not only that, when Alexander-Arnold does move into more central zones it creates one v one opportunities for Salah, while also containing any potential counter-attacking threat down the middle.Salah the main man again
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