Former Arsenal legend and outspoken pundit Paul Merson has dropped a stinging verdict on Liverpool’s Premier League campaign, warning that the Reds are being carried by luck rather than dominance. Speaking after their recent run of narrow victories, Merson insisted that Liverpool’s current position flatters them and predicted a harsh reality check if things don’t change soon.
Merson didn’t hold back, saying: “I will say it and say it again—with both of these Liverpool players playing out of position, Liverpool won’t do anything special this season. They have just been lucky. Soon they will be figured out and when that happens, it’s game over. I’m unsure about Liverpool. They should be mid-table. They’ve been gifted six points. They never looked like scoring against Arsenal, then Newcastle—last kick of the game, and Burnley, a penalty in stoppage time. They’ve been gifted six points.”
His remarks have caused a storm among Liverpool fans, who are furious at the suggestion that their team’s strong start is simply down to fortune. Supporters argue that Arne Slot’s tactical flexibility and the individual brilliance of players like Mohamed Salah, Alexander Isak, and Alexis Mac Allister have been the real difference-makers.
But Merson’s warning highlights an uncomfortable truth—Liverpool’s performances have been far from flawless. A reliance on late goals and narrow escapes could be exposed against tougher opposition as the season progresses. If these “out of position” selections continue, critics believe it might cost Liverpool dearly in their pursuit of silverware.
For now, the Reds remain near the top of the table, but as Merson bluntly puts it—luck doesn’t last forever.
The question now is simple: are Liverpool genuine contenders, or just a team waiting to be found out?