BREAKING NEWS: “With what I saw them play against AC Milan in the friendly, I can say that a couple of Liverpool players are not ready for the coming season. I think it only gets worse from here” – Gary Neville slams Liverpool flops after shocking 2-4 loss

BREAKING NEWS: “With what I saw them play against AC Milan in the friendly, I can say that a couple of Liverpool players are not ready for the coming season. I think it only gets worse from here” – Gary Neville slams Liverpool flops after shocking 2-4 loss

In what has sparked waves of concern among the Liverpool faithful, former Manchester United defender and current pundit Gary Neville has delivered a scathing assessment of Liverpool’s performance in their recent pre-season friendly against AC Milan.

The match ended in a bruising 4-2 defeat for the Reds, and Neville didn’t hold back in his analysis. According to him, the lack of sharpness, discipline, and cohesion shown by several Liverpool players is a red flag as the Premier League season fast approaches.

Neville, known for his candid and often controversial takes, was visibly unimpressed by what he described as “a sluggish and uninspired performance” by Liverpool. “With what I saw them play against AC Milan in the friendly, I can say that a couple of Liverpool players are not ready for the coming season.

I think it only gets worse from here,” he said, sparking debate across social media and football forums. While some fans dismiss it as typical pundit exaggeration, others are beginning to echo similar fears after watching their team outplayed by a Milan side that exposed major cracks in Liverpool’s defense and midfield.

The game itself saw Liverpool concede four goals, with glaring individual errors and a midfield that looked far from settled. The pressing that once defined Klopp’s side seemed disjointed, and the defensive transitions were worryingly slow. For a team that once struck fear into opponents with relentless energy and tactical organization, the lack of both was undeniable. Even the more experienced players appeared off the pace, and some younger talents—while promising—struggled to cope under pressure.

Neville’s use of the word “flop” in describing several Liverpool players has understandably ruffled feathers, but it’s difficult to ignore the truth in his criticism when examining the match performance. Whether it was poor decision-making in crucial moments, a lack of intensity, or a general disconnect between lines, Liverpool looked far from a side ready to challenge for major honours. Fans are now questioning whether the squad has had the right pre-season build-up or if deeper issues are surfacing.

It’s worth noting that friendlies are, by nature, meant to build fitness and test tactics rather than secure results. But even by those standards, the AC Milan game has raised more questions than answers.

Are the new signings integrating well enough? Is the midfield still lacking steel after recent departures? Can the defense stay focused and consistent over a long, grueling season?

With the Premier League kick-off just around the corner, the pressure is mounting. Many supporters had high hopes of a title challenge or at least a strong top-four finish. But after this performance, confidence has taken a hit.

Gary Neville’s comments—harsh as they may sound—mirror the thoughts of many who watched that match in disbelief. There’s now genuine concern that unless improvements come quickly, this could be a rocky start to the campaign.

Are we really ready for the Premier League? 😳💔

We just have to wa

it and see 🥹🙏