Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has tipped Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak to succeed at Anfield as he remains relaxed about the Reds' current form. Arne Slot faces his toughest period in charge of the club after their defeat at Chelsea forced them to settle for second place going into the international break.

Estevao's strike inflicted a third straight defeat for Liverpool and it was another late goal conceded, a second in as many matches after Eddie Nketiah's stoppage-time effort ensured Crystal Palace claimed the points. The Reds sit one point behind Arsenal and return to top-flight action against Manchester United.

The pressure is rising on the defending champions following their summer of spending with scrutiny surrounding their new signings and star man, Mohamed Salah, after below par performances this season.

Owen has dismissed...