Liverpool chiefs were expecting more from Thiago Alcantara, it has been revealed.
Thiago is still falling short in his understanding of Jurgen Klopp's counter-pressing mentality at Liverpool, according to a source close to the club.
A source close to the squad told the Athletic: "It is just adaptation. With this guy, it is not a problem of attitude, professionalism or confidence.
"And tell me someone who has performed well for Liverpool in recent months? It is not easy to just walk in and blitz it."
Separate sources added that with the likes of midfield enforcers Jordan Henderson and Fabinho often forced to play in defence due to the centre-back injury crisis, Thiago felt "exposed" by the lack of a holding midfielder next to him.
