WATFORD, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 20, 2015: Liverpool's Martin Skrtel shakes hands with Watford's captain Troy Deeney as he goes off injured during the Premier League match at Vicarage Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Van Gaal on thin ice, Swansea sinking, Chelsea toxic – 5 Premier League Talking Points

A miserable weekend for Liverpool away to Watford was one of a host of surprise turns in the Premier League, as a number of key talking points emerged.

WATFORD, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 20, 2015: Liverpool's goalkeeper Adam Bogdan looks dejected as Watford score from his mistake during the Premier League match at Vicarage Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Watford performance shows Liverpool are a team devoid of character and leadership

Liverpool’s woeful showing against Watford was further proof of the Reds’ limitations.

Video: Jurgen Klopp’s post-Watford press conference

Watch Jurgen Klopp reflect on another disappointing display after Liverpool lost 3-0 to Watford.

WATFORD, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 20, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp looks dejected as his side's slump to a humiliating 3-0 defeat by Watford during the Premier League match at Vicarage Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

“We lost our minds” – Jurgen Klopp on Liverpool’s “very bad” defeat at Watford

Jurgen Klopp hopes Liverpool’s 3-0 drubbing at Watford will prove the low point of his Anfield career.

WATFORD, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 20, 2015: Liverpool's Mamadou Sakho in action against Watford's George Byers during the Premier League match at Vicarage Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Watford 3-0 Liverpool: Player Ratings

Following Liverpool’s defeat to Watford, we assess how poor each Reds player was.

WATFORD, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 20, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp during the Premier League match against Watford at Vicarage Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Watford 3-0 Liverpool: Dominant Ighalo downs lifeless Reds

A disappointing Liverpool fell to a 3-0 defeat away to Watford on Sunday afternoon, with Odion Ighalo in emphatic form at Vicarage Road.

WATFORD, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 20, 2015: Liverpool's Mamadou Sakho in action against Watford's George Byers during the Premier League match at Vicarage Road. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Watford vs. Liverpool – LIVE – Follow the Premier League action with us

Liverpool are at in-form Watford in the Premier League this afternoon (1.30pm GMT) – join us for in-match discussion and debate.

SWINDON, ENGLAND - Sunday, August 2, 2015: Liverpool's goalkeeper Adam Bogdan warms up ahead of a friendly match against Swindon Town at the County Ground. (Pic by Mark Hawkins/Propaganda)

Confirmed Liverpool lineup vs. Watford: Bogdan starts, Firmino leads attack

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Watford, England - Saturday, January 6, 2007: Vicarage Road during the FA Cup 3rd Round match at Vicarage Road. (Pic by Chris Ratcliffe/Propaganda)

In-form Hornets represent tough test for Klopp’s Reds – Watford vs. Liverpool Preview

Liverpool head to Vicarage Road to take on in-form Watford on Sunday afternoon as the Reds look to end their three game winless run.

Video: Jurgen Klopp’s pre-Watford press conference (in full)

Watch Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers preview Sunday’s trip to face Watford in the Premier League.

Injury Update: James Milner ruled out vs. Watford, Dejan Lovren improving

Speaking during his pre-match press conference ahead of Sunday’s clash with Watford, Jurgen Klopp revealed a disappointing injury blow for James Milner.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, January 6, 1996: Liverpool's John Barnes in action against Rochdale during the FA Cup 3rd Round match at Anfield. (Photo by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

John Barnes: A superstar adored by both Liverpool and Watford

When Liverpool take on Watford at Vicarage Lane on Sunday afternoon, the stands will be filled with tales of the great John Barnes.

18.09.2011, Veltins Arena, Gelsenkirchen, GER, 1. FBL, FC Schalke 04 vs FC Bayern Muenchen, im Bild Zweikampf Joel Matip (#32 Schalke) - Nils Petersen (#9 Muenchen)// during 1. FBL FC Schalke 04 vs FC Bayern Muenchen at Veltins Arena, Gelsenkirchen, GER, 2011-09-18. EXPA Pictures © 2011, PhotoCredit: EXPA/ nph/ Kurth ****** out of GER / CRO / BEL ******

Joel Matip: Profiling the Schalke centre-back on Liverpool’s radar

Joel Matip represents a realistic transfer option for Liverpool as Jurgen Klopp looks to beef up his squad, and the Schalke defender could be a strong addition.

Cheap tickets, free transport, safe-standing and atmospheres – The German football fan experience

Chris Williams went to watch two games in Germany last weekend, finding the whole experience a world away from what the matchgoing fan is served up in England.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, September 20, 2015: Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge in action during the Premier League match against Norwich City at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Daniel Sturridge to miss Liverpool’s trip to Watford

Liverpool will be without Daniel Sturridge for their trip to Watford on Sunday, according to reports on Wednesday.

BASEL, SWITZERLAND - Wednesday, October 1, 2014: FC Basel's Breel Embolo celebrates his side's 1-0 victory over Liverpool during the UEFA Champions League Group B match at the St. Jakob-Park Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

5 non-Bundesliga targets for Jurgen Klopp

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Talking Klopp, Barnes, working in the media and supporting LFC – Sachin Nakrani Q & A

What’s it like to work in the national media and get the opportunity to write about the club you support?

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 13, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp and players thanking supporters after the Premier League match against West Bromwich Albion at Anfield. (Pic by James Maloney/Propaganda)

Finding an alternative route to the ‘Liverpool Way’ may be worthwhile

Neil Poole believes Liverpool Football Club has become too predictable and trying new ideas is worth a shot.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, November 21, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp after the 4-1 victory over Manchester City during the Premier League match at the City of Manchester Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool FC and Jurgen Klopp: Above us only sky

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05.12.2012, Stadio Friuli, Udine, ITA, UEFA EL, Udinese Calcio vs FC Liverpool, Gruppe A, Training, FC Liverpool, im Bild Schriftzug "UEFA Europa League", steht die zweithoechste Spielklasse der UEFa vor dem aus? // Banner "UEFA Europa League", is the second highest division of UEFA out before? during Training of Liverpool FC before the UEFA Europa League group A match between Udinese Calcio and Liverpool FC at the Stadio Friuli, Udinese, Italy on 2012/12/05. EXPA Pictures © 2012, PhotoCredit: EXPA/ Juergen Feichter

FC Augsburg: Profiling Liverpool’s Europa League round of 32 opponents

Liverpool have been drawn against FC Augsburg in the first knockout round of the Europa League, providing Jurgen Klopp with familiar opposition.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 13, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp and players thanking supporters after the Premier League match against West Bromwich Albion at Anfield. (Pic by James Maloney/Propaganda)

Jurgen Klopp right to create bond between Liverpool fans and players

Jurgen Klopp’s post-match antics on Sunday could have a huge effect on Liverpool’s season.

KAZAN, RUSSIA - Wednesday, November 4, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp during a press conference at the Kazan Arena ahead of the UEFA Europa League Group Stage Group B match against FC Rubin Kazan. (Pic by Oleg Nikishin/Propaganda)

Liverpool draw FC Augsburg in Europa League last 32

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Video: Jurgen Klopp’s post Liverpool 2-2 West Brom press conference

Watch Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp reflect on his side’s 2-2 draw with West Brom at Anfield on Sunday.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 13, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp and players thanking supporters after the Premier League match against West Bromwich Albion at Anfield. (Pic by James Maloney/Propaganda)

Klopp goes mad and Mignolet keeps flapping: 5 talking points from Liverpool 2-2 West Brom

Late drama and an unexpected result will give Jurgen Klopp much to think about after his side’s 2-2 draw with West Bromwich Albion.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 13, 2015: Liverpool's Christian Benteke looks dejected after missing a chance in during the Premier League match against West Bromwich Albion at Anfield. (Pic by James Maloney/Propaganda)

Liverpool 2 – 2 West Brom: Player Ratings

Liverpool served up a mixed bag on Sunday afternoon, as they came back to secure a 2-2 draw at home to West Bromwich Albion.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 13, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp celebrates the equaliser goal during the Premier League match against West Bromwich Albion at Anfield. (Pic by James Maloney/Propaganda)

“Divock the Casbah!” – Liverpool supporters react to draw with West Brom

Some dodgy defensive work and a late Divock Origi strike saw Liverpool draw 2-2 at home to West Bromwich Albion on Sunday afternoon.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Sunday, December 13, 2015: Liverpool's manager Jürgen Klopp during the Premier League match against West Bromwich Albion at Anfield. (Pic by James Maloney/Propaganda)

Liverpool 2-2 West Brom: Reds ride their luck with late comeback

A late Divock Origi equaliser gave Liverpool a deserved draw at home to a cynical West Bromwich Albion on Sunday afternoon.