Hear me out here I'm not trying to cause arguments etc. There's no way on earth Dejan Lovren is a bad defender, let's clear that one up right now. He was solid for Lyon, impressive for Southampton and now he's much maligned at Liverpool. Granted he has been poor during his time at Anfield, he's actually put in some decent performances that are often overlooked. I think the real issue with Lovren is the fact that he's ONLY a centre back. He isn't one of these continental defenders that can really excel with the ball at his feet etc and that's exactly how Rodgers wants him to play. Look at the goal yesterday Noble scored; instead of just putting his foot through it like he would've done at Lyon or Southampton, he tried to come inside with the ball at his feet and as a result of it being unnatural to him he made a mistake and West Ham scored. If Liverpool want the best of Lovren then Rodgers himself has to compromise and allow him to be a no nonsense defender. Otherwise his career is over.
posted on 30/8/15
I doubt Rodgers told Lovren to use step overs.
posted on 30/8/15
But he insists on his defenders playing the ball out from the back and Lovren isn't that type of defender is he?
posted on 30/8/15
Poor guy had to close his Instagram account yesterday after receiving death threats
posted on 30/8/15
Really?
posted on 30/8/15
http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-fc-defender-dejan-lovren-9957812
posted on 30/8/15
It isn't just the ball playing that Lovren can't do though. A big part of a centre backs game is his mental strength and Lovren has none. He has zero composure and unnerves his fellow defenders and keeper.
Unfortunately, Skrtel is the equivalent of a rock balanced on the edge of a cliff - he can be solid but at any moment he could also wobble. The two of them playing alongside each other don't do a great deal for each others confidence imo. Neither are leaders, and that is what Liverpool miss back their in defense.
I don't really see what qualities Lovren has - he can't pass, shys away in headers, lacks composure and his useful in the opposition box from corners looking for a goal.
Sakho should be nailed in for a starting position over him all day long.
posted on 30/8/15
Poor guy had to close his Instagram account yesterday after receiving death threats
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He's a poor defender but that is just ridiculous
posted on 30/8/15
useless*
posted on 30/8/15
I think Lovren is a commanding strong centre back on his day. He does lack pace though.
posted on 30/8/15
comment by ToffeEfc (U17598)
posted 39 minutes ago
Poor guy had to close his Instagram account yesterday after receiving death threats
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Maybe we should drive him out of his home into a hotel?