Liverpool great Kenny Dalglish denied Jurgen Klopp has problems with nerves, insisting the Reds manager can handle the expectations of supporters.
Back-to-back 1-1 draws against Leicester City and West Ham saw Liverpool's lead atop the Premier League evaporate as champions Manchester City regained top spot with a 2-0 victory at Everton on Wednesday.
Klopp's Liverpool, who have a game in hand, can return to the summit when they face Bournemouth at Anfield on Saturday.
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Amid doubts over Klopp and Liverpool's ability to handle the growing pressure, former Reds player and manager Dalglish backed the German in the club's quest for a first league crown since 1990.