What can you tell us about Liverpool? Phil McNulty, Chief Football Writer, BBC Sport

One of the most respected football journalists out there, Phil is Chief Football Writer at BBC Sport and born in Liverpool, he knows the Merseyside scene inside-out.

First up Phil, similar to our opening question on Everton last week - what's the general feeling at Anfield at the moment?

Phil: "I think Liverpool supporters are happier with the intent but not so satisfied with the execution so far. It is clear Andoni Iraola wants Liverpool to be more proactive in the attacking areas after the stodge served up under sacked Arne Slot last season, and that alone ticks boxes for supporters who expect more than they saw in a dismal Premier League title defence (they ended up fifth). I also think they like Iraola’s refreshing honesty, so he will get plenty of time and patience. What he will have quickly learned, however, is that managing Liverpool takes him into a different stratosphere than managing Bournemouth. Every word, every decision, is dissected. And, whereas with The Cherries an occasional fallow period or run of poor results might be tolerated, it will not be at Liverpool. Iraola, however, has a lot of goodwill behind him. He gets what Liverpool is about and his personality has also struck a chord with fans."

Alexander Isak looks to be turning a corner and with Bradley Barcola, Cody Gakpo, Victor Munoz, Florian Wirtz and Federico Chiesa - Hugo Ekitike to come back - there looks like a lot of goal threat there!

Phil: "It certainly does, but it is not as straightforward as it appears. Alexander Isak has finally shown signs of his real form after a disjointed and desperately poor first season after his then British record £125m move from Newcastle United, especially with double in the 2-0 win at Ipswich Town. Florian Wirtz, however, continues to fall short. There is no doubting his ability, but too often he is lightweight and brushed off the ball too easily. It is frustrating for him and the Liverpool supporters willing him to do well, because he offers up real hints of quality – but not enough. Cody Gakpo, who almost left Liverpool for Manchester City, has started the season really well, while Bradley Barcola and Victor Munoz are settling to life at Liverpool. Sadly, Liverpool will not have Hugo Ekitike until 2027 after he sustained a serious Achilles tendon injury. That’s a real blow because he was one of the few success stories for Liverpool last season. Having said all that, if Andoni Iraola can get that attack in full working order, there is some potency there."

Tactically, what’s different under Iraola?

Phil: "It is clear that Andoni Iraola wants Liverpool to play with the intensity that was lost under Arne Slot last season, but it has been very much a work in progress with only one win from their first four Premier League games, including disappointing home draws against Nottingham Forest and Fulham. One problem he has not solved is the lack of a natural number '6' which, like last season, has left Liverpool vulnerable and far too easy to run through in midfield – best illustrated by the two goals they conceded when drawing 2-2 at Newcastle United. Early days though, with Iraola still finding out about his new charges."

Of the new arrivals, who has caught your eye?

Phil: "We're still waiting for them to fully fire but there have been flashes. Bradley Barcola arrived late in the transfer window so, even at £123m, he will need to settle in, but there is no doubting his quality. Victor Munoz, signed from Osasuna and a member of Spain’s World Cup winning squad, has also shown what he can offer, namely pace and width plus an eye for goal, as he demonstrated with a superb equaliser in the 2-2 draw at home to Nottingham Forest. The most impressive of all has been central defender Jeremy Jacquet, who was actually signed from Rennes last season in readiness for this season. The 21-year-old has pace, power and no little skill. He has settled comfortably alongside Virgil van Dijk."

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