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Jurgen Klopp launches staunch defence of Liverpool FC left back Alberto Moreno in wake of stinging criticism

Jurgen Klopp leapt to Alberto Moreno’s defence on Thursday in the wake of stinging criticism this week.

Gary Neville was the most high-profile pundit to suggest the Spaniard is Liverpool’s weak link after a error-strewn display at Arsenal.

The 24-year-old conceded a penalty at the Emirates, with Neville labelling the challenge on Theo Walcott ‘absolute garbage’ before adding: ‘You might as well start a goal down with him at left back.’

Alberto Moreno in action during a Liverpool training session ahead of the clash with Burnley
Alberto Moreno in action during a Liverpool training session ahead of the clash with Burnley
Jurgen Klopp has leapt to Spaniard's defence after criticism of his display against Arsenal
Jurgen Klopp has leapt to Spaniard's defence after criticism of his display against Arsenal

But Klopp is shutting off outside noise and claimed the only person Moreno has to impress is the manager himself.