Liverpool’s Champions League campaign hit a major stumbling block in Istanbul as they fell 1-0 to Galatasaray, and the defeat has sparked an angry backlash from supporters. This time, the fury wasn’t directed at referees or VAR—it was aimed squarely at one of their own players, who fans have branded “completely useless.”
The player in question endured a disastrous performance on the European stage, with costly mistakes and a lack of composure that left supporters seething. Many took to social media immediately after the final whistle, demanding that FSG and Arne Slot act swiftly by offloading him in the January transfer window.
One furious fan didn’t mince words:
“Liverpool should sell him in January. He offers nothing to this team. We’ve given him chance after chance, and he keeps letting us down.”
Fan Outrage Boils Over
The criticism didn’t stop there. Thousands of Liverpool fans echoed similar frustrations online, with phrases like “dead weight,” “waste of money,” and “he has no business wearing the shirt” trending across X (formerly Twitter).
Another angry supporter wrote:
“This is not Liverpool standard. If we want to compete in Europe, players like this cannot remain in the squad.”
The mood inside the fanbase is now clear: patience has run out.
A Costly Night in Europe
The 1-0 defeat not only hurt Liverpool’s chances of topping their Champions League group but also exposed weaknesses within the squad. While players like Chiesa and Wirtz tried to inject life into the game, the spotlight quickly turned to this underperforming star whose mistakes repeatedly left Liverpool vulnerable.
Manager Arne Slot defended his players in the post-match press conference, but even he admitted that “individual errors” were costly on the night.
What Next for Liverpool?
As the January transfer window approaches, pressure is mounting on FSG to make tough decisions. With injuries already piling up and squad depth being tested, the question now is whether Liverpool can afford to cut ties with a player who is seen by many as more of a liability than an asset.
Conclusion
Liverpool’s defeat to Galatasaray was painful, but the aftermath has been even more brutal for the player at the center of fan anger. Once considered a potential key figure for the future, he is now being pushed closer to the Anfield exit door.
Calls for his exit are now growing louder as pressure mounts on the club to act.
