After Liverpool were well beaten Neil Walker Jersey by Serie A leaders Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday, focus has switched to why Jurgen Klopp's team appear to be so below par.The concerning thing for many was an apparent lack of intensity and desire at times in midweek, although the injury i sues that have bugged the club since the start of pre-season should not be ignored. Speaking on (via ), Steve Nicol acknowledged the impact of the injuries and the fact it has probably forced the likes of and into more action Lenny Dykstra Jersey than may have been anticipated.Scroll to ContinueWhilst Nicol sympathised with the injury situation, he went on to criticise the performance of Liverpool's Noah Syndergaard Jersey defensive unit.LFCTR VerdictThere is no doubt injuries have disrupted Liverpool's start to the season but there is no excuse for what looked like a lack of desire at times on Wednesday.The defence is unrecognisable from the one that saw Liverpool go close to Matt Harvey Jersey an unprecedented quadruple last season and whilst the performances of individuals in the back line have been poor at times, they have not been helped by a lack of protection from the midfield unit.Klopp appeared to suggest in his post-match interview that he felt the team was too open so hopefully there will be a more robust performance when the team next takes to the pitch.Read Tim Tebow Jersey More Liverpool CoverageFollow Us On: | | | | | |