Virgil van Dijk is spot on: Liverpool's brittle defence leaves them looking like a vulnerable mess - it is unsustainable and MUST be fixed, writes LEWIS STEELE

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has spoken out about the club's defensive vulnerabilities following their defeat at Fenerbahce, stating the team cannot accept losing in such a manner. The Dutch defender's comments highlight growing concerns over Liverpool's brittle backline, which has been described as unsustainable. Columnist Lewis Steele argues the defensive issues must be urgently addressed if Liverpool are to remain competitive.