Timo Werner would be a "fantastic addition" to Liverpool – and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain would be a "new signing"

Have you calmed down after what happened against Crystal Palace? What should Liverpool get out of this game?

I think I just recovered! Usually, long waits between games are frustrating, but it was necessary to leave a void to relax after it. It was a really strange game for a number of reasons, and largely because we are just not used to seeing Liverpool involved in such chaotic encounters.

So far this season, Liverpool has perfectly controlled the vast majority of matches and has shown real maturity in handling certain situations. Klopp built the best defense in the league, conceding three goals, including Anfield, was a real shock.

During the break, Crystal Palace was threatening Wilfried Zaha, Andros Townsend and the two backs. The way they played in the Liverpool press for the first goal was excellent. I think this has shown the importance of being vigilant against the counter-attacks of the opposition and perhaps not too much to engage on the ground so as not to leave huge spaces to exploit.

Leicester will present the same kind of threat with Demarai Gray and Jamie Vardy, and of course, the second goal of the corner palace was really poor. This recalled that no opposition can be taken lightly and that Liverpool must remain absolutely focused at all times and not give the parties the opportunities that the Palace has been able to exploit.

That said, Liverpool can also be very encouraged by the way he reduced the score from 1 to 0, then by reacting to the back of the Palace by leveling at 2-2 to qualify and get the three points. This resilience will be crucial in the coming months.

Is Jurgen Klopp right not to consider moving to the right back in this month's transfer window?

I understand the frustrations of some fans to send Nathaniel Clyne on loan, but in truth, I think Klopp would have chosen James Milner as a temporary replacement before Clyne, whatever.

The backs of this Liverpool team play a crucial role in the attack and basically act as advanced midfielders for long periods in most games. Although Clyne is clearly a very reliable defender, he is quite limited in terms of possibilities. the ball in the last third.

Milner may not have the rhythm of Trent or Clyne, but he has the intelligence and understanding of what Klopp is asking for. Of course, he can offer a lot in the offensive areas as he showed when creating the third goal against Palace with a goal. superbly timed in advance to catch Fabinho.

According to Klopp's recent comments, it seems that Trent may not miss the next match and will be back afterwards. And with Gomez also having to resume training soon, I do not see the real need for the manager to get into the market. a new half right this month.

Are there any players in the position where you would like Liverpool to advance before the deadline?

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There is always room for another quality player in the team, but it seems pretty clear that there is no chance for Liverpool to make significant moves this month. I sometimes worry about lack of depth in the attack, as any serious injury inflicted on Salah, Mane or Firmino would start to give Klopp some trouble, Shaqiri being his only real backup option in these positions. .

Sturridge and Origi are still here, of course, but I would not want to end up in a situation where they have to start a series of games if one of the top three of the group is not available. Again, the center back is a slight concern because of Lovren and Matip's seemingly perpetual fitness problems, though we hope that Gomez will stay fit and available from now on.

As I mentioned, I do not see Klopp taking steps to solve these problems in January, but I'm sure there is a lot of preparatory work already underway regarding the summer transfer goals.

Timo Werner has brought out some links that might interest Timo Werner, and I would like to see Liverpool be a prolific and versatile striker who can operate in the top three and add a lot of goals to the team. . I think it would be a fantastic addition if Liverpool manages to convince Leipzig to give up another star player.

How exciting is it to see Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain come back? Do you think that it can have a big impact in the break-in?

It's absolutely great to see him get back on the training grounds and get closer to returning to the first team much earlier than expected. Anyone following his social media updates in the last few months can see his mental strength and determination during what must have been an incredibly difficult recovery period. It will be a huge boost for everyone – fans, staff and the rest of the team. – to welcome it into the fold.

It's a cliché, but it will truly feel like a "new signature" and, considering its popularity, it will be a real badet to the morale of all. That said, I think we need to temper expectations and not expect too much immediate impact, as it will likely take a long time to regain confidence in his body and get back in shape before he sees the levels that he has. he reached last season.

If he can make a positive contribution even off the bench for several games during the finals, it will be fantastic. I can not wait to see the reception he will have when he returns to Anfield for the first time – he will deserve it all.

Is the lack of games this week a blessing or a curse? Do you prefer Liverpool to still be in FA Cup?

Certainly a blessing, in my opinion. You observe the disorder in which the Spurs found themselves after having faced several competitions throughout the season. It is not surprising that Harry Kane and Dele Alli both healed their wounds until March.

Liverpool does not have the almost absurd riches available to Pep Guardiola, who can line up a second-tier cup, like Ilkay Gundogan, Gabriel Jesus, Riyad Mahrez, Phil Foden and even Kevin De Bruyne, who had to fight for his place since his return from injury.

Winning a national trophy would not have defined the Liverpool season and going to the bottom of both competitions would have weighed much more heavily on the team and would therefore have compromised the title and chances of progression in the Champions League. Having this chance to fly to Dubai for a warm-weather training camp can only be a really useful thing, as Liverpool rivals will play two national cup matches before the league games of the week next.

I know that many people insist on Klopp's "need" for a trophy, but the ones that really matter are the league and then the Champions League. Being able to focus fully on these primary goals without any distractions clarifies the task at hand and reduces the risk of injury and fatigue resulting from a more crowded list of matches.

Finally, do you have anything to add?

With only 15 games to go, I think the biggest challenge facing Liverpool is a mental challenge. Being on 60 points at this point is simply phenomenal, and in most seasons, the gap would be well above 4 points now. Liverpool can not worry about what City does, because everything is in their hands.

It is imperative to take every game as they arrive, collecting three points each time, as they have done 19 times this season. It is essential to react without fear to setbacks such as the 1-0 loss to Burnley, Burns, Arsenal and Crystal Palace. In truth, I think players have been much quieter and more confident in these scenarios than the fans. It's hard to be relaxed when it matters a lot and the pace is so relentless, but players have shown no reason not to trust them.

There is still a long way to go, but Liverpool has pbaded virtually all the tests that have been submitted to him so far this season and has so far perfectly managed all the pressures. Nobody knows how many points the city will reap by the end of the season, but if Liverpool gets its share of the market and wins 15, it does not matter. It's easier said than done, of course, and it could well be that 12 more wins could prove sufficient. This is a psychological test more than anything today, and if Liverpool can keep its cool and keep the key players in shape, it will be decisive for what promises to be an incredibly tense but exciting finale of the season.