A 4-2-3-1 system has been deployed by the Reds boss on several occasions so far this season, though he explained that particular set-up is not a new thing under his management.

Indeed, the fluidity of the players and combinations at Klopp’s disposal mean the German has and can continue to line up the side in a variety of subtly different ways as required.

The prevailing objective, however, is always to empower those on the pitch to express their ability rather than rigidly abide to a tactical structure.