Former Arsenal forward Jeremie Aliadiere has drawn striking parallels between Liverpool’s current challenges and Paris Saint-Germain’s star-studded but disjointed era featuring Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappé. Despite a much-needed 5–0 Champions League win over Eintracht Frankfurt, Aliadiere believes Arne Slot’s side faces deeper chemistry issues that could derail their Premier League title hopes.
Liverpool End Losing Streak with Statement Win
Liverpool’s dominant midweek display offered a sigh of relief for both players and supporters. The Reds snapped a four-match losing run by dismantling Eintracht Frankfurt in emphatic fashion, with new arrivals Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, Jeremie Frimpong, Milos Kerkez, and Florian Wirtz all playing key roles. It was one of the first times this season that the squad’s expensive summer rebuild seemed to click.
Fans had grown anxious over how quickly Slot could integrate so many high-profile signings into a cohesive system. Wednesday’s victory showcased flashes of the attacking fluency Liverpool have been striving for — yet questions remain about long-term balance and dressing-room harmony.
Aliadiere: “Liverpool Risk Becoming PSG 2.0”
Speaking to WhichBookie, Aliadiere likened Liverpool’s situation to PSG’s failed experiment of packing superstars into one team. He argued that individual brilliance doesn’t automatically translate into collective success.
“I compare this Liverpool side to Paris Saint-Germain when they had Messi, Neymar, and Mbappé,” Aliadiere said. “You can buy all the superstars you want, but that doesn’t guarantee chemistry or teamwork.”
The former Gunner warned that the influx of attacking players could unsettle Mohamed Salah, the club’s long-standing talisman.
“Salah has been Liverpool’s main man for years — record-breaking, consistent, and the best winger in the league,” he added. “When you bring in so many new forwards, each wanting to score, it risks upsetting that balance. PSG faced the same issue — the team looked great on paper, but it didn’t work.”
Signs of Promise — But Time Is Running Out
While Liverpool’s performance against Frankfurt was encouraging — with Ekitike scoring against his former club and Wirtz delivering two assists — Aliadiere stressed that consistency will be key. He believes the team has enough quality to challenge for the title, but only if they quickly find harmony on and off the pitch.
“Intelligent players can adapt and thrive together,” Aliadiere explained. “But time is not on Liverpool’s side. Arsenal and Manchester City keep winning, and if Slot’s side can’t turn things around fast, they could be out of the title race within weeks.”
The message is clear: Liverpool’s talent pool may be overflowing, but Arne Slot’s real test lies in transforming a collection of stars into a synchronized force — before the season slips away.
