Liverpool may have missed out on signing Mason Mount during the summer of 2023, but they have found success with their “unintended solution” Dominik Szoboszlai since the start of the season. In the summer transfer window of 2023, Liverpool had two top targets in mind: Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton and Mason Mount from Chelsea. The Reds aimed to fill the void left by Fabinho and Jordan Henderson, who both moved to play in the Saudi Pro League.

Liverpool missed out on signing Mason Mount in the summer of 2023, but they have found success with Dominik Szoboszlai as an unexpecteԀ solution. Despite competition from Manchester United, Liverpool secured Szoboszlai’s signature within a tight deadline. The Hungarian midfielder has become a standout player for Liverpool, providing reassurance to the club and its supporters. In contrast, Mount joined Manchester United and has had a limited impact so far. Szoboszlai’s performances have demonstrated his dynamism, ball-carrying ability, and versatility as a box-to-box midfielder for Liverpool.

Dominik Szoboszlai is considered the heart of Liverpool as the 23-year-old midfielder has the most touches and the highest number of passes at The Kop. Meanwhile, Mac Allister ranks fifth in the Premier League for the highest frequency of touches in the final third of the pitch (11 times). Both players have shown their influence and the ability to reach new heights.

In reality, Liverpool has yet to face significant tests. There are still doubts about whether Jurgen Klopp’s midfield is strong enough to compete against the top teams in the Premier League. The upcoming matches against Man City, Arsenal, and Man United will reveаl the true strength of the team at Anfield.

Szoboszlai has stated his desire to win every title in his first season at Liverpool. Assistant coach Pep Lijnders has praised the Hungarian player’s great ambition, saying, “With Szoboszlai, you will love him for what he shows on the field. He is someone who walks the talk. Szoboszlai has performed well in training even under difficult conditions.”

Perhaps Mason Mount could have flourished like Szoboszlai if the English midfielder hadn’t chosen Man United as his destination. The 1999-born star left Chelsea when he was considered the brightest gem at Stamford Bridge. However, the reality has been quite harsh for him at Old Trafford.