Liverpool's chaotic defeat to Manchester United continues to spark debate, and now former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin has weighed in, claiming Arne Slot's side have "a lot of work to do" ahead of the summer transfer window.

The 3-2 loss at Old Trafford was another damaging result in a season increasingly defined by inconsistency, injuries, and defensive lapses—even if there were brief flashes of promise that suggested Liverpool could still snatch something from the game.

Writing for BBC Sport, Nevin reflected on another dramatic Premier League weekend and used Liverpool's defeat as evidence that major changes may still be needed. "The two big takeaways were that first, Liverpool have a lot of work to do over the summer, particularly with their defence," the Scot noted.

His comments came after another match where Liverpool conceded soft goals and looked vulnerable whenever Manchester United attacked on the break. The Reds headed into the fixture without several key players, including Mohamed Salah, Alisson Becker, Hugo Ekitike, and Alexander Isak, while Freddie Woodman was forced to deputize in goal once again.

One of United's goals also came from a controversial handball involving Benjamin Sesko, which many pundits believe should have been ruled out by VAR. But even with that in mind, the defensive structure of the team has become a growing concern over recent months.

There's no denying Slot has endured miserable luck with injuries throughout much of the campaign. After Salah's withdrawal against Crystal Palace, the Dutchman admitted: "Another win and another injury. It's the story of our season."

Liverpool currently have the highest number of injuries in the Premier League, and it's difficult to ignore how much that has disrupted rhythm, consistency, and confidence across the squad. As the summer approaches, the message from pundits is clear: reinforcements are needed, especially at the back.